Case Summary

Police in Prayagraj are examining the circumstances surrounding the death of 17‑year‑old Shantanu, a resident of Kohna, whose remains were recovered from a drainage channel close to Soham Ashram in the Haveliya area under Jhunsi police jurisdiction.

Midnight Call Prompted the Journey

Family members say Shantanu received a phone call on Monday night. Shortly after answering, he rode his scooter out of the house and never returned.

When several hours elapsed without any sign, relatives grew concerned and began searching that night, continuing into the early hours of Tuesday.

Scooter Leads Searchers to the Drain

During the morning sweep, relatives spotted the scooter parked beside a drain near Soham Ashram. While investigating the spot, they found the teenager lying face‑down inside the drainage channel.

The shocking discovery prompted an immediate call to the police.

Police Action and Ongoing Investigation

Officers from the Jhunsi police station arrived, secured the scene, and launched an inquiry to piece together what happened between Shantanu’s departure and his discovery.

Investigators are concentrating on the phone call, attempting to identify the caller, trace the teen’s movements after leaving home, and locate any individuals who may have been in contact with him during the night.

Autopsy Required to Establish Cause of Death

At present, the exact cause of death remains undetermined. Police have begun questioning nearby residents, gathering forensic evidence, and are treating the incident as potentially violent while also considering alternative explanations.

A post‑mortem has been scheduled, and its results are expected to shed light on the circumstances of the teenager’s demise.

Family Await Answers

Shantanu was the younger of two brothers; his elder sibling is Anmol. Their mother, Rekha Devi, passed away in 2018.

The grieving family now awaits the autopsy report and investigative findings to understand how their son met this tragic fate.

Police have emphasized that the probe is ongoing and further details will emerge as evidence, witness statements, and medical reports are examined.