A shocking incident has left the community in Deoghar reeling after a 17-year-old student from Ranchi was found dead under mysterious circumstances at a local lodge. The young victim, identified as Ankush Kumar, was discovered unconscious in his room at Vishram Sadan lodge near Basukinath temple.
Discovery of the Tragedy
The grim discovery was made on Tuesday morning when lodge staff became concerned after the teenager failed to respond to repeated knocks on his door. Upon entering the room, they found Ankush unconscious and immediately alerted authorities.
Immediate Response and Investigation
Local police swiftly arrived at the scene and transported the student to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. Preliminary investigations reveal that Ankush had checked into the lodge just a day earlier, on Monday.
"We have registered a case and initiated a thorough investigation," stated a senior police official. "The body has been sent for postmortem to determine the exact cause of death. We are exploring all possible angles."
Family's Anguish and Questions
The victim's family, devastated by the sudden tragedy, has raised numerous questions about the circumstances surrounding their son's death. Ankush was described as a bright student with no known health issues, making his sudden demise even more puzzling.
Ongoing Police Probe
Investigators are currently:
- Examining CCTV footage from the lodge premises
- Interviewing lodge staff and other guests
- Waiting for postmortem results to determine cause of death
- Investigating the student's activities prior to checking into the lodge
The police have assured the family and public that no stone will be left unturned in uncovering the truth behind this tragic incident that has cut short a promising young life.
