Body of woman found near Adarsh Nagar Station, Delhi Police launch murder probe

The body of a middle-aged woman was discovered near Adarsh Nagar Railway Station on Sunday, prompting the Delhi Police to launch a murder investigation.

Police were alerted after a Government Railway Police (GRP) staff member from Sabzi Mandi area reported a body lying in the shrubbery behind the station. Initial assessment suggests the victim was between 40 and 45 years old.

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According to a senior police officer, the woman, believed to have been a ragpicker or a vagabond, bore signs of a violent assault.

“Her clothes were torn, and she had sustained significant injuries to her face and head, including a deep wound likely caused by a sharp object. Blood was also found around her mouth,” the officer said.

The body was located in a densely overgrown area at the rear of the railway property. During a search of the spot, investigators recovered potential evidence, including a pair of women’s slippers, a pair of men’s slippers, and other materials that may be linked to the crime.

The scene was examined by a forensic team from the FSL, which collected samples for analysis. As part of the investigation, authorities are also reviewing CCTV footage from the area to identify suspects or trace the woman’s movements prior to the incident.

The woman’s identity remains unknown. Police have registered a murder case at the Mahendra Park police station and formed special teams to investigate. Efforts are underway to locate her family or acquaintances.