Malkangiri, Dec 10: Following the recovery of the headless body, Malkangiri police on Wednesday recovered the severed head of the woman from a river near Namakonda village.

According to reports, the severed head was found floating near a riverbank close to a Kanya Ashram in Rakhelguda.

The matter came to light after some locals found the severed head floating in the river and alerted the police regarding the incident.

Upon being informed, a police team reached the site and initiated an investigation. Officers have cordoned off the area and further probe is underway, said sources.

Reportedly, a woman’s headless body was recovered on December 4. However, the missing head had remained untraceable until today, fuelling tensions and disputes between two villages- MV-26 and Rakhelguda over the past several days.

Forensic experts are expected to be called in to assist with the examination.

Police sources indicated that they are exploring multiple angles, including murder and possible disposal of the body in the river to destroy evidence.


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Authorities have assured the public that all necessary steps will be taken to uncover the truth and bring those responsible to justice.

This incident adds to growing concerns about safety in the region, and police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.