Breakthrough in ⁤Dharmasthala⁤ Mass Burial⁢ Case: Skeleton Unearthed at Sixth Site

Belthangady, Dakshina Kannada: ⁢ In a significant advancement in teh‍ ongoing dharmasthala mass burial case, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has unearthed a skeleton at the sixth site⁣ examined. This finding marks the first concrete evidence to emerge from the probe, offering a potential breakthrough in the perplexing allegations.

The village,situated in the Belthangady taluk of Dakshina Kannada district,has been at the‍ center of a controversial FIR filed by a former sanitation worker.The complainant alleges he was compelled to bury numerous bodies between 1995 and 2014 while employed in Dharmasthala.

The Dharmasthala Mass Burial allegations

The case gained traction after the former sanitation ⁤worker lodged an FIR⁣ on July 4th. His complaint details a disturbing account of being forced to participate in the burial of bodies,⁢ many of whom he claims were‍ victims ⁢of sexual violence and ⁢murder. The complainant also shared a personal tragedy, stating that a relative was assaulted, leading to their flight from the town.

The‍ SIT officially took over the investigation from local police ‍on July⁣ 25th. Since then, the team has been systematically excavating⁣ sites identified ⁣by the complainant. the recent discovery at the sixth site is particularly crucial, as previous digs‍ at five locations had not yielded any definitive evidence.

SIT’s Progress and Challenges

An SIT officer, speaking on condition of anonymity, previously highlighted the complexities of the case, noting, “There are inconsistencies in his version of events.Before proceeding⁤ further,we need to ⁢establish⁣ a coherent timeline and verify the facts.” This underscores the meticulous approach the⁢ SIT is taking to ensure the accuracy of their⁣ findings.Advocate N Manjunath, representing Sujata Bhat, the mother of a missing medical student, confirmed the SIT’s progress. He revealed that the ‍team had recovered personal items such as a PAN card and two ATM cards, wich could be vital in identifying the deceased.

The complainant has also pointed to another significant site, believed to contain the largest number of burials. However, this location ⁣is slated for excavation in a later phase, as the SIT currently ⁤has its sights set on⁢ a total of 13 identified⁣ spots. To maintain transparency and ensure thorough documentation, the SIT has decided to videograph the ⁣entire exhumation process.The recovery of the skeleton is a pivotal moment, offering tangible evidence‍ that could corroborate the complainant’s harrowing account and shed light on the alleged wrongdoings in Dharmasthala. The SIT’s continued efforts are keenly watched⁢ as they work to piece together the truth behind⁢ this sensitive case.