UP Police Officer Found Dead in Mathura; Family Dispute Under Probe
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: A police officer posted in Mathura was found dead near Gokul Barrage along the Yamuna River on Thursday. Police have begun an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
The deceased was identified as Pankaj Kumar Yadav, a reader attached to the office of the Superintendent of Police (Traffic), Mathura.
According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shlok Kumar, Yadav’s body was recovered in the Sadar police station area. His service weapon, which had reportedly been issued to him earlier that morning, was also recovered from the spot.
Family Dispute Reportedly Preceded Death
Police said a family dispute is among the key aspects being examined during the preliminary investigation.
Yadav’s wife, Deepti, is also a police constable posted at Sadar police station. Officials said there had reportedly been repeated disagreements between Deepti and Yadav’s mother.
A dispute was reported again on Thursday morning. Following the argument, Yadav left his home.
His mother also reportedly left the house without informing the family. When Yadav later returned and found her missing, he went out to search for her.
He did not return home afterward.
Police Begin Detailed Investigation
After information about Yadav’s death reached the police, a team went to the Gokul Barrage area and began examining the circumstances.
Forensic personnel collected evidence from the scene. The body was sent for a post-mortem examination as part of the investigation.
Police officials have said the case appears to be a suicide at the preliminary stage. However, the exact circumstances and reasons behind the death are still being investigated.
Authorities are examining the available evidence before reaching a final conclusion.
Pankaj Kumar Yadav Was a 2019-Batch Sub-Inspector
According to reports, Yadav was a 2019-batch Sub-Inspector and was serving in Mathura as a reader attached to the SP Traffic office.
His death has caused concern within the local police department. Further findings are expected after the forensic examination and post-mortem report.
Police are also looking into the events that took place before Yadav left his home on Thursday.
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