Charred body found in burnt hay heap

Imphal: An unidentified charred body, suspected to be that of a man, was found in a burnt heap of hay on Saturday morning at Erpoipat Loukol near Thambalnu Market, Yairipok, Imphal East district of Manipur.

The incident was witnessed under the jurisdiction of Andro police station.

Police said the body was severely burnt inside the heap of hay, with most parts charred beyond recognition.

It was yet to confirm the identity of the deceased.

A case has been registered at the concerned police station, and started investigation.

After completing legal formalities, the body was transported to Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences, for identification and further procedures.