Bhatkal: A severely decomposed body was found in a forested area near Dongar Palli on Bhatkal Bundar Road on Tuesday evening, initially suggesting a possible suicide.
The grim discovery was made by a goat herder who noticed a rope hanging from a tree while grazing his goats. Upon investigating further, he found a heavily decomposed body on the ground, with only the skull remaining intact. Shocked by the sight, he alerted nearby residents, prompting a crowd to gather at the location.
Witnesses reported that the rope was hanging approximately 10 feet above from a tree branch, with the skull situated below. The condition of the body made identification impossible, though a sandal nearby suggested the deceased was likely male. No other identifying marks were found on the body.
Following the discovery, police arrived at the scene, conducted necessary procedures, and transferred the body to Bhatkal Government Hospital for a post-mortem examination. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death is currently ongoing.
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