Ranchi, April 10
The bodies of two young men were recovered from a pit dug for road construction in the Tatisilwai area of Ranchi, officials said on Thursday.
The deceased have been identified as Sandeep Sahu and Gopal Sahu, both residents of Darha village under Sisai police station in Gumla district.
The discovery was made near the stretch between Ara Gate and Sanatorium in the city, within the jurisdiction of the Tatisilwai police station.
Locals alerted the police after spotting the bodies lying in the pit, which was excavated as part of an ongoing road project.
A motorcycle was also found in the pit, alongside a revolver, adding a layer of mystery to the case.
Initial assumptions pointed towards a possible accident -- suggesting the duo might have lost control of the bike and fallen into the pit. However, the recovery of the firearm has complicated the narrative, raising suspicions of foul play.
As news of the incident spread, a large crowd gathered at the site. Police officials arrived promptly and launched a preliminary investigation.