A Border Security Force jawan's alleged suicide in a Jammu and Kashmir camp has triggered a police investigation to uncover the reasons behind the tragic incident.
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Key Points
- A BSF Head Constable, Hari Babu, was found dead inside a camp in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir.
- The jawan allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself at his post in the Penthi area.
- Police have initiated inquest proceedings and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
- The motive behind the BSF jawan's suicide is currently unknown.
A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan allegedly committed suicide inside a camp in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir early Monday, officials said.
Head Constable Hari Babu, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, was found hanging inside his post at a camp in Penthi area.
The officials said the body was shifted to hospital for postmortem and other legal formalities.
Investigation into BSF Jawan's Death
The motive behind his taking such an extreme step was not known immediately, the officials said, adding police have started inquest proceedings and further investigation is on.
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