Bhubaneswar: A 45-year-old security guard was allegedly killed by unidentified assailants in Sundargada district.
The incident took place at Sargigarh village under the jurisdiction of Koida Police Station, where the victim was deployed at a private crusher unit.
The deceased has been identified as Sanatan Munda, who was on night duty protecting the company’s property.
According to preliminary information, the area has been witnessing unrest among locals over the proposed opening of a new mining project in the village. Police are yet to ascertain whether the murder has any connection with the ongoing dispute.
The exact reason behind the killing and the details of the perpetrators are still unknown.
Koida police have registered a case and started an investigation to unravel the circumstances leading to the crime.
