
Retired CRPF Soldier Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Poonch, IIOJK
June 1, 2025Panic gripped the Surankote area of Poonch district in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) after the body of a retired Indian paramilitary soldier was discovered under mysterious circumstances.
The deceased has been identified as Mohammad Shabir, a resident of Mohalla Khatna in Surankote and a retired member of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). His body was recovered this morning from inside a water tank, raising serious questions about the nature of his death.
Shabir is survived by one son and three daughters. The discovery has shocked the local community, with many expressing concern over the growing number of unexplained deaths in the region.
Officials confirmed that cognizance of the case has been taken, and an investigation is underway. However, no details have yet been released regarding possible foul play or the initial findings of law enforcement agencies.
The incident has added to the tense atmosphere in the region, where residents remain wary of both security forces and unexplained violence. Locals have demanded a transparent and thorough probe into the death, urging authorities not to dismiss it as an accident without conclusive evidence.
Human rights observers have called for the release of forensic details and an independent inquiry, especially given the deceased’s past service in the Indian paramilitary.