35-year-old businessman Mithun Chakraborty was found dead in his residence in the Chakshadulla area of Ward No. 14, Buniyadpur Municipality, on Monday morning. The discovery of his body has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Banshihari police station IC Asim Gop, along with Gangarampur sub-divisional police officer Dipanjan Bhattacharya and Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Indrajit Sarkar, arrived at the scene shortly after the report was received.
Mithun's body was subsequently sent to Balurghat District Hospital for a post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death. Initial police findings indicate that Mithun may have been strangled. His hands and feet were bound, and there was cello tape covering his mouth, pointing to a violent struggle before his death. Local residents and family members are speculating that the motive behind the murder might relate to a business transaction gone wrong, as Mithun was involved in various commercial dealings.
At the time of the incident, he was reportedly alone at home, as his wife and child were at her father’s residence in Hili for the Puja festivities. Witness accounts have emerged detailing the presence of a white car near Mithun’s house around the time of his death. This sighting raises questions about the identity of those responsible for the crime. Additionally, several belongings inside the house were found strewn about, suggesting a possible robbery or struggle that may have escalated into violence.
The deceased was discovered with multiple injury marks, which have heightened the urgency of the police investigation. As the police delve deeper into the case, they are examining potential connections between Mithun's murder and his business dealings. The investigators are looking into any recent conflicts or disputes he may have had with associates or clients.