Ice cream seller dies of drug 'overdose'

Tribune News Service

Moga, August 21

A 35-year-old migrant allegedly died of an overdose at Dharamkot today.

The deceased has been identified as Prakash Lal Sain of Judail village in Rajasthan. Prakash had been selling ice cream for the past 15 years, said Sampat Lal Sen, the deceased’s uncle, in a statement recorded with the police.

Prakash got addicted to “chitta” after he came in touch with local youths. “We asked him to to leave the company of spoiled youths, but he did not listen to us. Yesterday, his friends gave him an overdose of drugs after which he was found dead in the fields,” said Sampat. A case has been registered under Section 304 of the IPC against 10 persons.

About The Author

Tribune News Service

The Tribune News Service brings you the latest news, analysis and insights from the region, India and around the world. Follow the Tribune News Service for a wide-ranging coverage of events as they unfold, with perspective and clarity.

#Moga