Hathras, Uttar Pradesh – May 10:
In a disturbing development, the body of a 7-year-old boy, who had gone missing two days ago, was discovered in a millet field in Hathras district on Saturday. Police confirmed that the child's hands and legs were tied with ropes.
The deceased has been identified as Jeevan, also known as Bhola, a resident of Khutipuri Jatan village. His body has been sent for post-mortem examination to ascertain the cause and nature of injuries, authorities said.
According to officials, Bhola disappeared on the afternoon of May 8, around 3 p.m., when he went to relieve himself near his father's mill. Despite frantic efforts by his family to locate him, they were unsuccessful and later registered a missing persons complaint at the local police station. The case was subsequently treated as a kidnapping.
Mamta Singh, Station House Officer (SHO) of Mursan, stated that the child's body was found early Saturday morning. "His hands and legs were bound with ropes. Due to the state of decomposition, it is difficult to determine the extent of injuries. The post-mortem report will provide clarity," she added.
An investigation is ongoing, and police are treating the case with high priority.
