Junior clerk of Balasore medical college found dead, family dispute suspected

In a disturbing turn of events, a junior clerk of Balasore Medical College was found dead on Tuesday, triggering shock and concern in the local area. The deceased has been identified as Samarjit Pradhan, a resident of the Alupur locality under the jurisdiction of Sadar police station in Balasore.

According to preliminary information, the young man allegedly died by suicide at his residence. Sources indicated that he was found hanging with a towel, though the exact circumstances leading to the incident are yet to be officially established.

Family Dispute Suspected

Initial suspicion points towards family-related discord as a possible reason behind the extreme step. However, officials have clarified that the exact cause of death will be confirmed only after completion of the investigation and receipt of post-mortem reports.

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Police Launch Investigation

On being informed, personnel from Sadar police station reached the spot, recovered the body and sent it for post-mortem examination. Police have registered a case and initiated a detailed investigation to ascertain the sequence of events leading to the death.