Newborn's Body Discovered in Pilibhit District, Investigation Underway
In a distressing incident in Pilibhit district, the body of a newborn baby boy was found wrapped in cloth at the Bilsanda T-junction near the Bhind-Lipulekh National Highway 731. Police officials confirmed the discovery on Saturday, revealing that the infant had been dumped in roadside shrubs by unidentified persons before being dragged onto the road by stray dogs.
Commuters Alert Authorities After Witnessing Dog Attack
Commuters passing through the area noticed stray dogs attacking the body and immediately intervened, driving the animals away. They promptly informed the local police, who arrived at the scene to secure the area and initiate an investigation. Officials have not ruled out the possibility that the newborn may have been alive earlier and could have succumbed to injuries sustained during the dog attack.
Autopsy Ordered to Determine Cause of Death
The body has been sent for an autopsy to the district headquarters to ascertain the exact cause of death. Sanjiv Shukla, the Station House Officer (SHO) of Bisalpur Kotwali police station, stated, "We are scanning CCTV footage in the area to identify those involved or the vehicle used. An FIR will be registered based on the autopsy findings." The police are actively working to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic event and bring those responsible to justice.
