In a horrifying development that has stirred public anger, Sagar Kori, a 22-year-old Dalit youth, was found murdered near his home in Amethi district after he went missing late Tuesday night.
His body was found inside a cattle shed, barely hours after he was last seen. With his throat slit and the scene eerily devoid of signs of struggle, investigators suspect a premeditated act.
What We Know So Far
Time of disappearance: Around 11 PM on Tuesday
Time of discovery: Early morning Wednesday
Location: Cattle shed near his home
Status: Body sent for postmortem; FIR filed; investigation in progress
Sangrampur SHO Brijesh Singh confirmed the ongoing probe but withheld speculation on the motive until forensic and postmortem reports return.
“We are examining digital and physical evidence. Statements from family and local residents are being recorded to understand the circumstances,” Singh added.
Possible Motives: Robbery, Rivalry, or Hate Crime?
While robbery has not been ruled out, some locals allege the killing may be caste-driven. Sagar belonged to a Dalit community, historically vulnerable to violence and discrimination in rural India.
Activists and rights groups have called for the investigation to be monitored by a special task force or SC/ST Protection Cell to ensure unbiased proceedings.
Public Sentiment and Next Steps
On social media and in the village, the demand for justice for Sagar is growing louder. People have begun sharing messages with hashtags like #JusticeForSagar and #DalitLivesMatter, urging authorities not to let the case go cold.
The UP police now faces pressure not only to find the culprits but also to address systemic failings that allow such crimes to persist. As the investigation unfolds, one thing is clear—Sagar’s life cannot be reduced to just another unsolved rural crime.
His death is a wake-up call, and his story must be told—not just for closure, but for change.
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