Kolkata, November 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The investigation into the death of 26-year-old Anjali Sau, whose body was found inside a locked flat in Baranagar in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district, has taken a disturbing turn, with fresh details emerging about a missing mobile phone that reportedly sent chilling messages to her family.
Investigators have learnt that the clothes worn by Anjali were torn. Her family has also reported that her mobile phone, wristwatch, ring, bracelet and earrings are missing.
Police have identified a young man after examining CCTV footage from the residential building. The man is reportedly known to Anjali, and investigators suspect they shared a close relationship. Police are examining whether complications in their relationship could have led to the murder. The suspect’s mobile phone location has reportedly been traced to another state, where investigators believe he has fled.
The incident came to light late Tuesday night when police broke open the door of a locked flat in the Lake Palli area near Ward 17. Anjali’s body was found inside the apartment, with no one else present. She had occasionally stayed at the flat, which belongs to her sister and brother-in-law, while the family’s principal residence is in the nearby Dunlop area.
According to her cousin, the body had injury marks on the neck and face, and a white scarf was tied around her neck. The body was sent to Baranagar State General Hospital for an autopsy, and the post-mortem report is awaited.
The family has alleged that Anjali’s missing phone was briefly switched on after her death. When relatives sent a simple “Hi” message, they reportedly received the reply: “If you want to know or ask something, you will get an answer.” Another message followed: “I am among you, but you won’t be able to catch me.” The phone was switched off shortly afterwards.
The family suspects that the person they have named to police is in possession of the phone and has handed over screenshots of the messages to investigators. Police are examining whether the messages were intended to intimidate the family or mislead the investigation.
Investigators are questioning family members and residents of the apartment complex to establish whether anyone noticed unfamiliar people entering or leaving the building around the time of the murder. They are also trying to establish who sent the messages and why the victim’s phone was used.
Local BJP MLA Sajal Ghosh met police officials and residents on Wednesday and assured the family of his support. “The culprit will certainly be caught. However, the police need some more time for the sake of the investigation,” he said.
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