Body of young man who disappeared in landfall near Bangarapalke Falls found

Belthangady: The dead body of a youth who disappeared under a landslide that occurred on January 25 was found on Tuesday, February 16, at Bangarapalke Falls, near Malavanti village in the taluk here.

The deceased Sanath Shetty’s (20) body was found after 23 consecutive days of search operation as it was stuck under mud and rocks.

The clearance work involved removing 30 feet deep mud that had slid down during the landfall.

Even though there was no electricity connection at the spot of the landfall all efforts were made in the search operation with coordination between district administration, locals, and volunteers.

A medical team will visit the place and the police department has prepared for further action.