Shillong: A 16-year-old Class 10 student was found dead at Umpling bridge in Shillong on Tuesday, prompting an investigation by the police to determine the cause of death.
According to East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem, the boy was brought to Bethany Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. The student had reportedly left his home at around 1:30 pm. Later, at approximately 6 pm, his parents received a call from his phone informing them that he was at Umpling bridge.
Police said the boy was found unconscious at the location, with signs of bleeding from the nose. However, no major external injuries were observed on his body apart from the nosebleed and slight discoloration around the upper lips.
“The body has been sent for post-mortem to NEIGRIHMS to ascertain the exact cause of death,” Syiem stated.
Preliminary observations indicate that there may not have been any physical assault involved. “At present, it does not appear to be a case of assault,” the SP added, noting that further clarity will emerge after the post-mortem and toxicology reports are received.
The incident has raised concerns among local residents, and authorities are continuing their investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the student’s death.