Ganjam: A youth was allegedly beaten to death over suspicion of being a thief. The incident was reported from an area under Kabisurya Nagar police station limits in Ganjam district. The deceased has been identified as Ganga Tandi from Polsabha police limits in the district.
As per reports, the incident took place late at night when the villagers attacked Tandi after nabbing him over suspicion of committing theft.
On being alerted, police reached the spot and rescued Tandi from the mob. After the primary checkup police dropped him at his house.
However, Tandi succumbed to his injuries at his house. Following this, family member lodged a complaint regarding the same.
On the basis of the complaint, police launched a probe, sources said.
