Eluru Range Inspector General Ashok Kumar held a key press meet on Saturday to reveal the findings in the sensational death case of Pastor Pagadala Praveen, whose demise stirred widespread speculation across the Telugu states. The IG provided a detailed account of events leading up to the pastor’s death, supported by CCTV footage and forensic evidence.
According to the IG, Pastor Praveen left Hyderabad and was seen interacting with six individuals during his journey. He made stops at two wine shops and a petrol station, where he was recorded making UPI payments. CCTV footage showed the pastor meeting these people and also documented minor accidents at three different locations along the route. The bike he was riding had visible damage, including a broken headlight, following these incidents.
The IG revealed that Pastor Praveen was using his bike’s right indicator due to the headlight malfunction. When he reached the accident site, the footage and investigation showed that his two-wheeler was traveling at 70 kmph and slipped on a gravel-covered patch of road. He fell into a crescent-shaped pothole, causing the bike to overturn and land on him, leading to fatal injuries.
IG Ashok Kumar stated that a post-mortem confirmed the presence of alcohol in Pastor Praveen’s system. All relevant CCTV footage has been sent for forensic analysis, and a report has been submitted corroborating the sequence of events.
Responding to widespread rumors and misinformation surrounding the pastor’s death, the IG stated that notices have been issued to individuals who spread false narratives. He warned that legal action would be taken against those responsible for circulating baseless allegations.
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