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Custody Death Sparks Inquiry After Drug Claims
1 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A 23-year-old man died in police custody late Saturday night.
- Police claim the death was due to complications from drug addiction.
- A judicial inquiry has been initiated into the incident.
A 23-year-old man, identified as Rajneesh Sharma, died in custody at the Zirakpur police station on Saturday night, prompting a judicial inquiry. Police officials stated that Sharma, a known drug user, experienced deteriorating health and was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Sharma was arrested earlier that day in connection with a snatching incident and reportedly confessed to involvement in several other crimes. Needle marks were observed on his body, which police believe indicate prolonged injectable drug use.
A judicial magistrate conducted an inspection and questioned staff, while a medical board performed the post-mortem. No external injuries were found, suggesting the death may be related to drug withdrawal, though forensic examination is ongoing.
