Tragic Discovery: Missing Himachal Elderly Found in Drain

The body of an elderly man, missing for a month from Himachal's Hamirpur district, was found in a drain. The discovery ended an extensive search by his family and police. Authorities believe the 85-year-old likely slipped and fell, leading to accidental death. Investigations continue.

An elderly man from Sujanpur, Hamirpur, missing since March 22, was found dead in a drain near his residence, police confirmed on Tuesday.

Identified as Bansi Ram, 85, the body was discovered in a decomposed state after villagers reported seeing a towel near the Toru drain.

Police suspect an accidental death due to a slip and continue to investigate. No foul play is suspected by the family, who have received the post-mortem results.

(With inputs from agencies.)