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Chhattisgarh Man Arrested in 4-Year-Old Nephew's Murder Amid Organ‑Sale Rumors
✍️ News18
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 02:38 PM
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A 32‑year‑old man from Chhattisgarh has been detained by police following the murder of his 4‑year‑old nephew, with authorities investigating possible organ‑sale motives.
Police in Chhattisgarh arrested a 32‑year‑old man on Thursday after the discovery of a 4‑year‑old boy’s body in a local forest.
The child, identified as the nephew of the accused, was found strangled and buried near a riverbank. Forensic experts have confirmed the death was caused by strangulation.
Investigators are probing whether the motive involved the sale of the boy’s organs, following rumors that the accused had connections with a black‑market network.
The police have taken the suspect into custody and are conducting a thorough inquiry. The case is being handled by the district crime branch, with the court scheduled to hear the first hearing next week.
The child, identified as the nephew of the accused, was found strangled and buried near a riverbank. Forensic experts have confirmed the death was caused by strangulation.
Investigators are probing whether the motive involved the sale of the boy’s organs, following rumors that the accused had connections with a black‑market network.
The police have taken the suspect into custody and are conducting a thorough inquiry. The case is being handled by the district crime branch, with the court scheduled to hear the first hearing next week.