Srinagar, June 12 -- An official said the body was spotted by locals near Mehjoormazar, Athwajan, who immediately informed the police.

He said soon after a team from Panthachowk police station reached the spot and took the body into their possession.

"The identity of the deceased is yet to be ascertained, and the body has been sent to hospital for medico-legal formalities." he said.

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