Youth dies after being set ablaze in Hyderabad

A youngster reportedly died after being set on fire in Bandlaguda under Rajendranagar police station limits on Friday.

Published: 26th June 2021 07:48 AM  |   Last Updated: 26th June 2021 07:48 AM   |  A+A-

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By Express News Service

HYDERABAD:  A youngster reportedly died after being set on fire in Bandlaguda under Rajendranagar police station limits on Friday.

Police said the suspects set him ablaze using petrol procured from a nearby petrol pump. The body was charred beyond recognition and no external injuries were also found on the body.

The victim, who is suspected to be in his mid-20s, could have been working as a private security guard, the police said. A pair of shoes, wristwatch and a belt was found on his body.  Police have registered a murder case.


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