Ashok Tatya Khandagale, 31, a resident of Borademala in Shirur, was last seen by his family around 3 pm on September 25, 2025. After he failed to return home that day, his family launched a search which ended around 3.30 pm on September 27 when Khandagale’s body was found in a water-filled pit around 4 km from his house.

The police said Khandagale worked as a carpenter and specialised in the fitting, repair, and decoration of doors and windows. He had been living in Borademala with his family for the last few years.

While it initially appeared to be an accidental drowning, the post-mortem report stated otherwise. “The doctors said he had died earlier, and the examination also indicated ante-mortem injuries. This was an important turning point,” said an officer who was part of the investi

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