Headless Body Of Woman Recovered From River Embankment In Odisha's Kendrapara
The body, believed to be that of a woman aged around 40, was found in a naked condition, with bloodstains reported at the scene.
Bhubaneswar: A headless body of an unidentified woman was recovered from the embankment of the Luna river in Odisha's Kendrapara district on Friday, triggering shock among local residents.
The body, believed to be that of a woman aged around 40, was found in a naked condition, with bloodstains reported at the scene. It was lying about 10 feet from the river embankment, police said.
Suspecting it to be a case of murder, personnel from Kudanagari police station rushed to the spot and launched an investigation. The woman's identity was yet to be established.
Police have sought the assistance of a forensic team and a sniffer dog to collect evidence and ascertain the circumstances leading to the woman's death. Investigators were also examining possible clues to establish the victim's identity and determine the motive behind the suspected murder.
The gruesome discovery sparked concern among local residents, who urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation and identify those responsible for the crime.
Further investigation was underway.