Overview

• The body was discovered in an isolated stretch on Pusta Road in Mukhmelpur, Alipur, showing a gunshot wound near the ear and partially burnt clothing.
• Authorities confirmed that the victim is 62-year-old Santosh Kumar, a retired teacher and property dealer from Burari.
• Santosh Kumar had been reported missing since June 1, prompting his wife, Urmila Rani, to file a missing persons complaint on June 5.
• The condition of the remains made visual identification difficult, leading investigators to rely on forensic analysis of clothing and ballistic evidence.
• Delhi police are examining potential motives and interviewing witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.