Bhubaneswar: An undertrial prisoner lodged at Ragadi Sub-Jail in Jajpur district died on Friday after allegedly attempting suicide on the prison premises.
The deceased has been identified as Abinash Biswal, a resident of Nimpalli village under Kalinganagar police station limits. He was facing trial in a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday afternoon near the medical facility inside the jail. Biswal was found hanging from an iron grill, allegedly using the drawstring of his trousers.
Jail staff immediately intervened, rescued him and rushed him to Community Health Centre at Jajpur Road. Despite preliminary medical attention, doctors declared him dead.
Korei police recovered the body and sent it for post-mortem to determine the exact cause of death. A scientific team has been engaged in the probe.
Police have launched an inquiry into the incident, though the circumstances surrounding the alleged suicide attempt remain unclear.
