Samastipur, Bihar — July 13, 2025: The mutilated body of a 16‑year‑old teenager, identified as Prince, son of Amarjit Rai, was tragically discovered near a pond under the jurisdiction of Tajpur police station, located close to Nauwachak village, Samastipur district. The Piyeint had gone missing on Saturday evening after leaving home to attend a day–night cricket match. His bicycle and its key were later found near the grounds, sparking alarm among his family .
Early Sunday morning, villagers located the boy’s body with his head brutally severed, suggesting a violent homicide committed with a sharp instrument. Samastipur’s Sadar Additional Superintendent of Police, Sanjay Pandey, confirmed that forensic experts and a dog squad were dispatched to the crime scene to gather evidence, and multiple investigative leads are being pursued khas khabar+5The Hans India+5The Times of India+5.
Prince, a resident of ward no. 2 in Nauwachak (under Sarai Ranjan police station), was known in the community for being outspoken—a trait the family fears might have fueled tension with certain individuals Amar Ujala+1The Times of India+1. The family suspects the motive behind the murder may involve a land dispute with relatives, although police are also exploring potential connections to the cricket match he attended khas khabar+2The Hans India+2The Times of India+2.
Tensions ran high as villagers confronted the police following the grim discovery. The situation was temporarily defused when authorities vowed a thorough and swift investigation The Times of India+7Amar Ujala+7prabhatkhabar.com+7. Police are now reviewing CCTV footage, witnesses from the cricket match, and the familial land dispute to identify potential suspects.
