Throat-slit body of youth found in Chittagong

Police have recovered the  body of a youth with his throat slit, in Chittagong.

The body was recovered from a flat in the Pahartali area on Saturday.  A blood-stained knife was also found at the scene.  However, the identity of the deceased is yet to be confirmed.

Sub-Inspector Arnab Barua of Pahartali police station said they recovered the body after being informed by locals.

"The youth rented the house two days ago with a woman he said was his wife. With no response from inside the house, the landlord and locals informed the police.

“The young woman remains absconding. Except for a blanket and bed-sheet, there was no furniture in the room," said the police official.