Sultanpur Shocker: Missing Ayurvedic Vendor Found Dead in Sugarcane Field
A missing 55-year-old Ayurvedic medicine vendor was found dead in a sugarcane field in Sultanpur. Police are investigating murder and accident angles.
A wave of grief and suspicion has gripped a village in Sultanpur after a 55-year-old Ayurvedic medicine vendor death was discovered in a sugarcane field. Bakhedu Gaud, who had been missing for four days, was found lifeless on Sunday morning near the Purvanchal Expressway service lane in Pasiya Para, falling under the jurisdiction of the Dostpur police station.
A Sudden Disappearance
The tragedy began four days ago when Bakhedu, a resident of Kohra village and son of the late Ram Adhar, left his home. According to his family, he had just finished a meal and departed on his bicycle, but he never returned. Desperate family members spent the next few days scouring the area, only to find his body discarded in a field owned by Danpati Yadav.
Suspicious Clues at the Scene
The discovery of the body has raised several red flags for the family, who strongly suspect foul play. The following details have fueled their suspicions:
- Physical Injuries: Visible injury marks were found on Bakhedu's head.
- Missing Property: The bicycle he was using when he left home was nowhere to be found at the scene.
- Strange Detail: The deceased was found wearing only one slipper.
Bakhedu's daughter, Anshika, has formally filed a complaint with the police, alleging that unknown individuals may have murdered her father.
Police Investigation and Evidence
Responding to the report, a high-level team including Kadipur CO Vinay Gautam, Dostpur SHO Narad Muni Singh, and a forensic unit arrived at the location to secure evidence. During the search of the immediate area, investigators recovered a bottle of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and drinking glasses near the body.
Police sources noted that Bakhedu was known to consume alcohol, and a liquor shop is situated roughly 1.5 kilometers from the spot where the body was recovered.
Family Left Devastated
The deceased leaves behind a large family, including his wife, Savitri Devi, and nine children. Six of his eight daughters are married, and his 22-year-old son, Sumit, currently works as a laborer in Mumbai.
Accident or Murder?
While the family is convinced of a criminal conspiracy, the police are keeping all options open. CO Vinay Gautam stated that the body has been sent for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.
Initial observations suggest the possibility that the death could be related to an accident induced by intoxication, but officials maintain that the final verdict will only come after the medical report is released. The police are currently investigating all possible angles to uncover the truth behind the vendor's demise.