Overview

• The deceased were identified as D. Sekhar and Susheela of Achelli village in Sirpur (T) mandal, Kumram Bheem Asifabad district.
• The couple entered the reserve forest to graze cattle on Wednesday and were found dead late Thursday during a search.
• Both bodies showed severe head and facial injuries, with officials citing a possible sloth bear mauling pending forensic confirmation.
• Autopsies were completed at the Sirpur (T) mortuary, and samples were forwarded to Hyderabad for analysis.
• Police and forest officials are conducting a detailed investigation, as a local MLA urged preventive measures and compensation for the family.