Hyderabad, Oct 24 (Open Frame):
An unidentified man’s body, believed to be that of a 40-year-old, was recovered from Saroornagar Lake in Hyderabad on Saturday morning, prompting police to launch an investigation. According to reports, Saroornagar police received information about the body through Dial 100 at around 8:35 am. Police personnel rushed to the spot and retrieved the body from the lake for further examination. Following a preliminary inspection, the deceased was estimated to be approximately 40 years old. The body was subsequently shifted to the mortuary at Osmania General Hospital for post-mortem examination. Police Inspector Srisailam of Saroornagar said the deceased had distinctive tattoos on both hands that could help establish his identity. The man reportedly had tattoos bearing the names “Sattamma,” “Jyothi” and “E. Ravi” on his right hand. His left hand bore tattoos with the names “Andalu,” “Sattamma” and “Mahalakshmi.” The deceased was also found wearing a rudraksha bead necklace attached to a black thread around his neck and a red waist thread. Police observed that the body had become swollen and the skin showed visible changes, reportedly due to prolonged immersion in water. The exact circumstances surrounding the man’s death remain unclear. Further details are expected to emerge following the post-mortem examination and the ongoing investigation. Saroornagar police have appealed to members of the public who may recognise the deceased or possess information about his identity to contact the Saroornagar Police Station. Authorities are working to establish the man’s identity and determine the circumstances leading to his death.
