In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a 43-year-old United States citizen of Indian origin was discovered deceased in a hotel room in Jalandhar on Tuesday. The mysterious circumstances surrounding his death have prompted a thorough police investigation.
Discovery of the Deceased
The body of Balwinder Singh, who held US citizenship, was found in his room at a hotel located in Jalandhar's Maqsoodan area. Hotel staff made the grim discovery after growing concerned when the guest failed to respond to repeated knocks on his door.
Police Investigation Underway
Local authorities have confirmed that the US Embassy has been notified about the tragic incident. Preliminary investigations reveal that Balwinder Singh had checked into the hotel just a day earlier, on Monday. Police officials have stated that no visible injury marks were found on the body during initial examination.
Background of the Deceased
According to police records, the deceased was originally from Jalandhar but had been residing in the United States for several years. He had returned to his hometown for personal reasons, though the specific purpose of his visit remains unclear as the investigation continues.
Forensic Examination Ordered
The body has been sent for postmortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. Police are awaiting the forensic report while continuing to gather evidence from the hotel room and interview hotel staff and potential witnesses.
This incident has highlighted concerns about the safety of NRIs visiting their homeland and has raised questions about the circumstances that led to this unfortunate death. The police have assured a comprehensive investigation to uncover the truth behind this mysterious case.
