Indian embassy official found dead under mysterious circumstances in US
In a statement, the Indian Embassy said that an official died on September 18 and his family members had been informed to ensure swift transfer of the body to India.
by Sudeep Lavania · India TodayIn Short
- Official's family informed by Indian embassy
- Investigation launched into the death of Indian embassy official
- Incident happened on September 18 inside Indian embassy premises
An Indian embassy official died under mysterious circumstances inside the embassy premises in Washington.
According to a statement by the Indian embassy, the incident happened on Wednesday, September 18, and is currently under investigation by the local police and Secret Service.
The probe into the embassy official's death is covering all the angles, including the possibility of suicide, the statement by the Indian embassy added.
"With deep regret, we wish to confirm that a member of the Embassy of India passed away in the evening of 18th September 2024. We are in touch with all relevant agencies and members of the family to ensure the swift transfer of the mortal remains to India,” the Indian Embassy said in a statement on Friday.
"Additional details regarding the deceased are not being released out of concern for the family’s privacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of grief," it said, without giving any further details.