West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, December 20, 2024 – A woman in West Godavari district received a package on her front doorstep, inside which was the decomposed body of a man along with a ransom note demanding ₹1.3 crore.
Naga Tulsi of West Godavari was constructing a house on an allotment from the government. She had asked for assistance from Kshatriya Seva Samithi, a social service organization, which had initially supplied tiles for her construction.
Later, Tulsi sought more support, this time for electrical appliances, and she was assured of receiving something in the way of lights, fans, and switches.
On Thursday night, a delivery boy arrived with a package said to contain the appliances she sought. It was Tuisi, upon opening the package, found the decomposing body of an unidentified man and a letter demanding ₹1.3 crore along with some threats.
Immediate Response
This shocking discovery threw Tulsi’s household into panic. Authorities were alerted, and the local police, as well as West Godavari district Superintendent of Police Nayeem Asmi, arrived on the spot to start investigations.
Investigation On
The body was sent to the government hospital for the post mortem. Dr. Gopala Krishna, the doctor attending to the matter, verified that the man possibly died four to five days before. Investigation has begun to ascertain the cause of death, the identity of the corpse, and how it came to be sent in the package.
Kshatriya Seva Samithi representatives have also been summoned for questioning in connection with the ongoing investigations.
Community Reaction
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising concerns about safety and the potential targeting of individuals seeking assistance. The Kshatriya Seva Samithi, known for its philanthropic activities, has expressed shock and is cooperating fully with the authorities to aid the investigation.
Authorities’ Appeal
Law enforcement officials have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. They have also appealed for any information that could assist in identifying the deceased or shedding light on the circumstances leading to this macabre delivery.
As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on identifying the deceased, understanding the motive behind the ransom demand, and ensuring the safety of residents in the area. The authorities are committed to resolving this case swiftly and bringing any perpetrators to justice.
Police continue investigation
West Godavari police, however, are working hard to trace the source of the parcel and see if there is a connection between organized crime or personal vendettas in the case. Investigators are sifting through CCTV footage from the courier hub and delivery path to try and find possible suspects.
Police are also investigating Tulsi’s financial and personal connections to ensure that no targeted threats or disputes caused any of this.
Increased Security Measures
In the wake of such incidents, local administrations urged courier services to adopt stricter monitoring and verification measures.
The public has been advised to exercise caution in accepting delivery parcels and to save attention for any suspicious deliveries to report them immediately to law enforcement agencies.
