The decomposed body of a 55-year-old milk supplier, bearing injuries to his head and face, was found at his house in Saraswati Enclave, Ladian Kalan, on Thursday evening. The victim, Rajinder, alias Ramesh Kumar, a native of Ferozepur who had been living in Ludhiana since 2019, is believed to have been murdered several days ago, police said.
The Haibowal police have registered a case against unidentified persons in connection with the case. When repeated knocks at the locked main door drew no response, Jiyuna climbed over the boundary wall and entered the premises, where he found his brother lying dead on a bed. The woman also belongs to Ferozepur, while her son lives abroad. The police are examining all possible angles, including the circumstances surrounding the couple’s separation. No suspect has been identified so far.
Acting on Jiyuna’s complaint, the police have registered a case under Section 103(1) (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Rajinder’s brother, Jiyuna, discovered the body after visiting the house to check on him, having not seen him for a long time, according to the police.
The victim’s brother stated that the couple used to live together but separated about a year ago following differences.
Rajinder was unmarried but allegedly in a relationship with one for around seven years, according to the complainant.
However, the exact time and cause of death will be established through a post-mortem examination.
Investigators said the body’s decomposed state and the strong stench emanating from the room indicated that Rajinder had been dead for sometime. Forensic experts have collected evidence from the spot, he said. Haibowal station house officer Jasvir Singh said, “An investigation in the case is underway.”
