Half-Burnt Body of JMM Worker Discovered in Giridih District
In a shocking incident, the half-burnt body of a Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) worker was found in Giridih district on Saturday, according to police reports. The deceased has been identified as Rakesh Mahto, a 45-year-old former Zila Parishad chairman, whose body was discovered in a deserted location near Ghutvali within the Nimiyaghat police station area.
Police Suspect Foul Play and Evidence Destruction
Nimiyaghat police station officer in-charge Suman Kumar stated that preliminary investigations suggest Mahto was beaten to death before being set on fire, likely in an attempt to destroy crucial evidence. "Prima facie, it seems the man, identified as Rakesh Mahto, a JMM worker and former ZP chairman, was beaten to death and then set on fire to destroy evidence," Kumar explained. A forensic team has been dispatched to the scene to collect evidence, and the body will undergo a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.
Investigation Underway as Murder Case Registered
Police have confirmed that a murder case will be registered against unidentified individuals, with further investigation ongoing to uncover the motives and perpetrators behind this brutal act. The incident has raised concerns about political violence in the region, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to bring justice in this case.
