There is no lift in Hisar! 31 year old youth died due to neck strangulation, why did the family accuse him of murder?

A tragic accident that happened in a sweet shop in Hisar, Haryana has become a topic of discussion. Jasbir, a 31-year-old youth working here, died after his neck got stuck in the lift. After the incident, police reached the spot and started investigation, while the body has been sent for post-mortem.

This case took a new turn when the family members of the deceased refused to accept it as a mere accident. The family alleges that this may not be a normal accident but a case of murder. At present, the police is investigating the case from every aspect on the basis of family members’ allegations, post-mortem report and other evidence.

How did the accident happen?

The deceased has been identified as Jasbir, who was a resident of Kumbha Kheda village near Hisar. According to the information, on Tuesday he was working near the lift of the shop. During this time his neck suddenly got stuck in the lift. The accident was so serious that he died on the spot.

On which aspects is the police investigating?

As soon as the news of the incident was received, the police team immediately reached the spot. Officials inspected the spot and took the body into custody and sent it to the hospital for post-mortem. The police also collected information about the incident from the people present nearby and the shop employees. During the investigation, the police are also finding out whether the lift installed in the shop was being maintained properly or not. Besides, whether the safety standards were followed or not is also being investigated. Officials say that the real cause of death will become clear after the post mortem report comes. After this further legal action will be taken.

Why did the family express doubt?

The deceased’s uncle Mandeep has refused to consider this matter as a mere accident. He says that Jasbir’s death could not have happened under normal circumstances. He has demanded the police to investigate the entire matter in depth and investigate every aspect. Police have recorded the statements of the family members.

How many times did such accidents happen?

This is not the first accident related to lift in Hisar district. Even before this, two people have lost their lives in lift accidents in separate incidents. After such incidents continuously coming to light, questions have again started being raised regarding the safety system and regular inspection of lifts. The police is currently investigating the case keeping all the facts in mind.