Teenage Boy Found Dead in Prayagraj Drain After Late‑Night Phone Call; Authorities Probe Possible Foul Play

Case Summary

Police in Prayagraj are currently investigating the death of 17‑year‑old Shantanu from Kohna. His lifeless body was retrieved from a drainage channel close to Soham Ashram in the Haveliya area of the Jhunsi police jurisdiction.

The Call That Prompted His Departure

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

When hours passed without any sign of him, relatives grew worried and began searching that night, continuing their efforts into the early hours of Tuesday.

Scooter Leads Searchers to the Drain

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

The grim discovery devastated the family, who immediately notified the police.

Police Arrival and Ongoing Investigation

Officers from the Jhunsi police station arrived promptly, secured the scene, and launched a probe to piece together what happened between Shantanu leaving his home and being found in the drain.

Investigators are concentrating on the phone call he received, aiming to identify the caller, trace his movements after departure, and determine if anyone interacted with him during the night.

Autopsy Pending to Ascertain Cause of Death

At this stage, the exact cause of death remains unknown. Police have begun questioning nearby residents, gathering forensic evidence, and are treating the incident as potentially violent while also keeping other possibilities open.

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

Family Awaits 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 waits for the investigation and autopsy findings to understand how their son met this tragic end.

Police have emphasized that the inquiry remains active and further details will emerge as evidence, witness statements, and medical reports are examined.