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The body of a 20-year-old man was found murdered in Akkaraipattu, Amparai district, on Friday morning, reports Tamilwin.

The body was found by local residents - the head wrapped in polythene bag with severe wounds to the back of it.

The victim has been identified as that of Ganeshamoorthy Riyaas, who worked at a restaurant in Akkaraipattu town.

Warning - some readers may find the following photograph upsetting.

 

 
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