India, April 11 -- The body of a 32-year-old man was recovered from a ditch in the industrial area of Loni's Tronica City on Wednesday, prompting police to suspect foul play after an autopsy revealed the man died of ante-mortem injuries.

The deceased was identified as Deepak Sharma, a resident of Karawal Nagar in Delhi and an event manager by profession. His motorcycle was found parked near the spot where the body was discovered.

Police said they identified Sharma using the registration number of his motorcycle and subsequently contacted his family.

"The man worked in event management and had left his house on April 6, telling his family he was heading to Dehradun for work. He remained in touch with his family until the evening of Apri...