SAMBALPUR, Feb. 11 -- The half-burnt body of a woman, identified as Sashi Paghad (50), was found under mysterious circumstances in Balbaspur area under Sason police limits of Sambalpur on Saturday morning.

Upon receiving information, the Sason police, accompanied by a dog squad and forensic team, swiftly reached the location to initiate an investigation. The preliminary findings revealed that the deceased, a widow residing in Hirakud with her son, daughter, and grandchildren, likely died on Friday night.

While the body showed signs of burning, the face was notably distorted, and investigators discovered a head injury. The authorities seized the body for autopsy, and evidence collected at the scene by the forensic team has been sent for ex...