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Siblings arrested after former councillor's body found in Uttarakhand gorge
Police in Uttarakhand have arrested two siblings following the recovery of a decomposed body identified as a lawyer and former municipal councillor near the Gomti River. The discovery has prompted a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
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Authorities in Uttarakhand have arrested two siblings in connection with the death of a lawyer and former municipal councillor, whose decomposed remains were discovered in a deep gorge near the Gomti River. The body was located in a remote ravine, with police launching a formal investigation into the incident.
The arrested individuals are being questioned regarding their alleged involvement in the case. Investigators have begun examining the circumstances that led to the body being found in the gorge, with initial reports suggesting criminal activity may have been involved.
The recovery of the remains has triggered a comprehensive probe by local law enforcement agencies. Police have not yet released detailed information about the nature of charges against the arrested siblings or the exact timeline of events leading to the discovery.
The case has drawn attention in the region given the victim's former public position as a municipal councillor. Authorities continue to gather evidence and statements as the investigation progresses.