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RCMP Probes Ujjain Student’s Death in Canada as Family Seeks Support for Last Rites

Investigators await the autopsy to determine the cause of death and set the legal course.

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Gurkirat Singh Manocha's family members stated that he worked part time at a Walmart store in Canada to support himself. (Image for Representation: File)
Tragedy In Canada: Ujjain Youth Murdered In British Columbia, Probe On | Image: Republic
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Overview

  • Indian student Gurkirat Singh Manocha died after an alleged assault by 10–12 youths and a vehicle run-over near Charlie Lake by Fort St. John on March 14.
  • RCMP’s North District Major Crimes Unit is leading the case and has urged anyone with information to contact investigators.
  • Police are awaiting the post-mortem report before deciding next legal steps, with no officially announced charges to date.
  • Accounts differ on custody status: the family says some suspects were briefly detained and released, while The Indian Express reported that arrests were made.
  • The family, facing costs including a reported $40,000 deposit and weeks-long delays, now plans last rites in Canada as Madhya Pradesh officials pledge assistance and facilitate visas.