Police constable retrieves woman's body from river, carries it kilometres

A constable attached to Mantrayalam police station in Karnataka undertook a challenging rescue operation after locating the body of a woman in the Tungabhadra river. The woman is suspected to have ended her life in the water.

Upon discovering the body floating in the river, the constable made the decision to retrieve it himself rather than wait for additional support. He then embarked on a difficult journey across hilly terrain, carrying the body on his back for nearly a kilometre to reach the shore.

The recovery operation highlighted the challenges faced by law enforcement personnel in remote and difficult-to-access areas, where standard rescue procedures may not be immediately feasible. The constable's actions ensured that the body could be recovered and handed over for further procedures.

The incident underscores the commitment of police personnel to their duties despite challenging circumstances and terrain. Authorities have initiated a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.