Teen's body discovered at Bongaigaon home, six arrested, locals claim murder

Police in Assam’s Bongaigaon district reported that the body of a teenage boy was discovered inside a private home early on Monday. The discovery was made by family members who noticed an unusual odor and called authorities.

Following the finding, law enforcement officials secured the premises and began a preliminary examination. Six persons were taken into custody for questioning in connection with the case.

Local residents gathered outside the police station, expressing suspicion that the teenager’s death was not accidental. They demanded a thorough investigation and publicly accused the detained individuals of involvement in a murder.

Authorities have not released further details about the identity of the victim or the exact circumstances leading to the death, stating that the investigation is ongoing.