2 men found dead on road in Chhatarpur:One shot, other’s head crushed; family suspects foul play after country-made pistol recovered from scene

Two young men were found dead on a roadside in Ishanagar, Chhatarpur, on Monday night. One may have been shot, and the other’s head crushed. A country-made pistol and a mobile phone were found near the bodies. Family members suspect murder. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. Victims identified The deceased have been identified as: Both were residents of Gahrawar. The bodies were discovered between Panautha and Janakpur around 9 PM. Crime scene details The bodies were lying about 20 steps apart. A country-made pistol and a mobile phone were found between them. A Hero Deluxe bike (MP 16 S 3388) was also found nearby. Another motorcycle, registered in Chhatarpur, was at the scene. Possible causes of death Based on injuries: Both had severe head injuries. See pictures from the scene – Police investigation The bodies were sent for post-mortem at the district hospital on Tuesday morning. SP Agam Jain said the causes of the incident are being investigated. It is not yet clear who committed the crime. Police are examining all possible angles. He added that the case would be revealed soon. Forensic team at work A forensic team inspected the crime scene. Evidence from the pistol, mobile phone, and vehicles is being analysed. The investigation is ongoing. Family members expressed suspicion that the youths were murdered deliberately. They believe one was shot while the other was attacked with a blunt object.