Trapped after a hearth broke out at a temple in Rohini’s Prem Nagar space, a 65-year-old priest died on Saturday, stated police.
The deceased, recognized as Banwari Lal Sharma, lived on the temple, stated the officers, including that the incident came about round 2 am. The police and two hearth engines rushed to the spot they usually managed the hearth in an hour, a police officer stated.
Sharma, who was trapped contained in the premises, was discovered mendacity unconscious. He was instantly taken to a close-by hospital the place the medical doctors declared him lifeless. “Upon preliminary inquiry, it was discovered {that a} heater was operational contained in the room on the time of the incident,” the officer stated.
Throughout the investigation, statements of 4 witnesses had been recorded, together with two members of the family of the deceased, the caller, and one neighbour.
Nobody raised suspicion on any foul play, the officer added. The precise reason behind the hearth is but to be ascertained. Additional probe is underway.
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