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College Student Found Dead, Villagers Block Road
20 Sep
Summary
- 19-year-old college student died under suspicious circumstances.
- Protesting villagers blocked the road demanding justice.
- Injury marks were visible on the student's body.
A 19-year-old college student, Avinash Kumar, was discovered unconscious and injured near the roadside in Samastipur district on Saturday evening, later succumbing to his injuries under suspicious circumstances. His death on Sunday morning prompted an immediate and significant reaction from his village.
Enraged residents of Dumri Kothia village blocked the Tajpur-Mahua road for approximately four hours, placing the deceased student's body on the road. Their protest was a demand for the swift identification and apprehension of individuals believed to be responsible for his demise.
Avinash, a BA Part-I student, had reportedly gone to attend a feast on Saturday evening. His family grew concerned when he did not return home as expected. During a phone call, he mentioned being delayed by a villager named Harendra, but he never reached home.
Family members noted visible injuries, including marks near his right eye, and blood on his body, fueling suspicions of an assault. They stated Avinash had no known enemies and was dedicated to his studies. The police have registered an FIR against unknown individuals and are actively pursuing the investigation.
