A 19-year-old student, Tato Podo, died at St Xavier’s International School in Aalo, Arunachal Pradesh, on Sunday. Police reported no foul play in the death. Podo’s family later requested the case withdrawal. They also declined a post-mortem examination.
Discovery at School Hostel
Two students discovered Tato Podo’s body. They found him in a hostel washroom at St Xavier’s International School. The washroom door was bolted from the inside. The students forced the door open to gain access.
They found Podo lying unconscious on the floor. A necktie was tied around his neck. The other end of the necktie was fastened to the door frame. Yomken Riram, Aalo police station officer-in-charge, confirmed these details.
Police Investigation Initiated
The students immediately informed school authorities after the discovery. School officials then notified the local police. A police team promptly responded to the scene. Sub-inspector A Pangge led this police team.
Investigators secured the area. They conducted videography and photography of the scene. These actions are standard procedure for investigations. The police aimed to document all initial evidence.
Police then transported Podo’s body. It was taken to Aalo General Hospital. There, an emergency medical officer officially declared Podo “brought dead.” This confirmed his death upon arrival at the hospital.
No Foul Play Suspected
A preliminary police inquiry commenced. Investigators reviewed available **CCTV camera footage**. This review aimed to establish the circumstances surrounding Podo’s death. Police officials stated no foul play was suspected. This conclusion followed the initial inquiry and footage analysis.
The investigation gathered initial facts. It focused on the sequence of events. The **CCTV footage** played a significant role. It helped police form their preliminary assessment. This assessment led to the ruling out of external factors in the death.
Family’s Decision and Last Rites
Tato Podo’s family members submitted a formal written application. They requested the withdrawal of the police case. This application directly influenced subsequent police actions. It led to the release of Podo’s body.
Family members informed police of their reasoning. They reviewed the available **CCTV camera footage**. This personal review convinced them the death was self-inflicted. Their conviction led to the request for case withdrawal.
Police honored the family’s request. Podo’s body was released without a post-mortem examination. The family sought to conduct **last rites** promptly. These rites would follow customary village traditions. The ceremony was scheduled for **Monday**. It took place in Podo’s native Gapur village, located in Shi-Yomi district.
The family prioritized traditional customs. They made decisions based on their understanding of events. Police facilitated these requests. This concluded the official police involvement in the immediate aftermath of the student’s death.