Synopsis
A Kolkata Police constable, Gopal Nath, was found dead in a pool of blood inside a lower court. Authorities are investigating whether it was a suicide or murder, with a gunshot wound to the head and a service weapon found nearby.Key Takeaways
- Gopal Nath was a police constable serving as a judge's bodyguard.
- His body was found with a gunshot wound in a court.
- Investigation includes CCTV analysis and forensic evidence.
- Authorities are exploring both suicide and murder scenarios.
- Family and colleagues are being questioned.
Kolkata, Feb 5 (NationPress) A Kolkata Police constable was discovered lifeless in a pool of blood within the confines of a lower court in the city early Wednesday morning.
The individual, identified as Gopal Nath, hailed from Malda district. He was serving as a bodyguard for a judge at the city civil court in Kolkata.
Court personnel found the body and promptly alerted local law enforcement. Officers quickly arrived at the scene, revealing that Nath had sustained a gunshot wound to the head. A 9 mm pistol, believed to be his service weapon, lay beside him, prompting inquiries into the nature of his death.
Initial assessments suggest that the shot was fired from close range. Authorities are now probing whether this incident was a suicide or a carefully orchestrated murder.
To ascertain the precise cause of death, Nath's body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. In the meantime, forensic specialists have arrived to gather essential evidence. Sniffer dogs are also deployed within the court premises to aid in the investigation.
CCTV footage from the court area is under review to trace Nath's movements prior to his death and to uncover any suspicious behavior.
As per city police sources, Nath's last known actions and recent interactions are being scrutinized.
The police have reached out to Nath's family to acquire further details regarding his mental well-being and any other issues. His colleagues and superiors are also being interrogated to determine if he had shown any signs of distress or conflict in the days leading up to the incident.
A senior police official remarked, “Even if this is confirmed as a suicide, we must understand what could have compelled him to take such a drastic action. We will ensure that justice is served if foul play is suspected.”
The investigation remains active, with authorities expected to provide more updates as new information comes to light.
