Three arrested in suspicious death of Mahesh Naik

Mangalore Today News Network

Belthangady, June 15, 2014: The Belthangady police have arrested three persons in connection with the death of Mahesh Naik, at Kambathimaru near Ujire on June 12 night.

Mahesh Naik who had been fishing was found dead on June 13 morning. He was reportedly electrocuted when he came in contact with a barrier meant to prevent wild boars from entering fields. The arrested are Mahesh Gowda, Praveen Gowda and Rajesh Naik. Rajesh Naik had been to fishing along with Mahesh Naik.

The accused explained to police that the whole episode was accidental and out of fear a cover up attempted went hay wire and points towards them. Police are investigating further.