Case Summary
Authorities in Prayagraj are examining the death of 17‑year‑old Shantanu, a resident of Kohna, whose body was recovered from a drain close to Soham Ashram in the Haveliya area of the Jhunsi police jurisdiction.
Phone Call Sparks the Journey
Family members say Shantanu received a phone call on Monday night. Shortly after the call, he mounted his scooter and rode away, never to return.
When hours elapsed without any trace, relatives grew frantic and began a search that stretched through the night and into early Tuesday morning.
Scooter Leads to the Drain
During the morning sweep, relatives spotted Shantanu’s scooter parked near a drainage channel adjacent to Soham Ashram. While inspecting the vicinity they found the teenager lying face‑down inside the drain.
The shocking discovery left the family reeling, 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 his grim discovery.
Investigators are concentrating on the phone call that prompted his exit, seeking to identify the caller, trace his movements after leaving home, and locate any individuals who may have interacted with him during the night.
Autopsy to Clarify Cause of Death
At present, the precise cause of death remains undetermined. Police have begun questioning nearby residents, gathering forensic evidence, and are treating the incident as potentially violent while also keeping other possibilities under review.
A post‑mortem examination has been scheduled, and its results are expected to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the teenager’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 waits for the investigation and autopsy outcomes to understand how their son met such a tragic end.
Police have emphasized that the probe is ongoing and that further details will emerge as evidence, witness statements, and medical reports are examined.
