Tragic Death of Man in Custody Sparks Murder Allegations in Odisha

Incident Overview

Rourkela: A man who was taken into custody for allegedly selling illegal alcohol has died in a jail located in Sundergarh district, Odisha. His family is now claiming that he was murdered.

Rajesh Kujur, who lived in Dalki village within the jurisdiction of the Raiboga police station, reportedly suffered a head injury after falling at the special jail in Rourkela, according to officials.

He was rushed to the Rourkela Government Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

His wife, Amrita, has accused the authorities of murdering her husband while he was in judicial custody.

Rajesh was apprehended at his residence around 5:30 AM on Tuesday for the illegal sale of liquor in the vicinity, as reported by the police.