Case Summary
Authorities in Prayagraj are examining the circumstances surrounding the death of 17‑year‑old Shantanu from Kohna. His remains were retrieved from a drain adjacent to Soham Ashram in the Haveliya sector of the Jhunsi police jurisdiction.
A Phone Call Sets the Scene
Family members say Shantanu received a telephone call on Monday night. Shortly after the conversation, he left the house on his scooter and did not return.
When hours passed without any sign of him, relatives grew increasingly worried and began searching for him that night, extending their efforts into the early hours of Tuesday.
Scooter Leads to the Drain
During the morning sweep, relatives spotted Shantanu’s scooter parked near the drainage channel close to Soham Ashram. While inspecting the vicinity, they discovered the teenager lying face‑down inside the drain.
The shocking discovery left the family devastated, prompting an immediate call to the police.
Police Action and Ongoing Investigation
Officers from the Jhunsi police station arrived, secured the scene, and launched an inquiry to piece together the events between Shantanu’s departure and the moment he was found.
Investigators are concentrating on the phone call he received, aiming to identify the caller, trace his movements after leaving home, and determine if anyone else interacted with him during the night.
Autopsy to Ascertain Cause of Death
The exact cause of death remains undetermined. Police have begun questioning nearby residents, gathering forensic evidence, and are treating the case as potentially violent while also keeping other possibilities in mind.
A post‑mortem examination has been scheduled, and its results are expected to shed light on the circumstances of the teen’s demise.
Family Awaits Answers
Shantanu was the younger of two brothers; his elder sibling is Anmol. Their mother, Rekha Devi, passed away in 2018.
The family now awaits the autopsy report and investigative findings to understand how their son met this tragic end.
Police have confirmed that the probe remains active and further details will emerge as evidence, witness statements, and medical reports are examined.
