Undertrial's Mysterious Death in Mau Prison

An undertrial inmate, Mukesh Yadav, was found hanging in Mau district prison, officials said. Yadav, accused in a kidnapping and rape case, was from Ballia district. Circle Officer Anjani Kumar Pandey indicated initial signs point to suicide, with investigations ongoing.

The body of an undertrial inmate lodged in the Mau district prison was discovered hanging on Saturday, according to officials.

The deceased, identified as 24-year-old Mukesh Yadav from Ballia district, was facing charges in a kidnapping and rape case.

Circle Officer (City) of Mau, Anjani Kumar Pandey, stated, 'The body of inmate Mukesh Yadav was found hanging from a noose in the district jail. Prima facie, it appears that he committed suicide. Investigations are underway.'

(With inputs from agencies.)