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Man Found Shot in Locked Narendrapur Flat With Two Arrested

Investigators are weighing suicide versus homicide pending autopsy results.

Overview

  • Police found the body of Arup Mandal inside a locked flat in Narendrapur on Monday morning.
  • Officers recovered two firearms and six rounds from the room and arrested Priyanka Das and a man known as Raju who were present.
  • The pair told police he shot himself, while relatives disputed that and pointed to a right side head wound even though he was left‑handed.
  • Detectives are examining a possible relationship dispute and are awaiting the autopsy as they review call records and forensic evidence.
  • Local reporters say the shooting has rattled neighbors during the Assembly election period, and the case is being handled by the Baruipur Police District.