A 7 year old boy who went missing 10 days ago was found dead in a paddy field in Dhanusha district.
The boy, Saket Jha, was the son of Ajay Jha and lived in Devdiha, Ward No. 7 in Nagarain Municipality.
His body was located in a paddy field approximately 2.5 km from his home, according to police.
The boy disappeared on Kartik 4, the day of Dashain Tika, causing concern for his family and community.
Despite extensive searches by police and family members, he remained missing for 10 days.
Search teams combed nearby villages, ponds, bushes, and surrounding areas.
The boy’s body was discovered in a field about 2.5 km from his home.
“His body was found in a field about two and a half km away from his house,” stated Deputy Superintendent of Police Om Prakash Khanal, spokesperson for the Dhanusha District Police Office.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the boy’s death and suspect potential foul play.
Authorities have not confirmed any suspects or made arrests at this time.
The community is in shock over the discovery, as both the family and police had been unable to find him.
Investigators will examine evidence and details to uncover how the boy died and if anyone else was involved.
Police have not disclosed further information about their ongoing investigation.