Influencer Kamal Kaur's body found in car in Punjab, probe launched
Kamal Kaur was a resident of Ludhiana and has more than 3 lakh followers on social media. She was known for her funny, often controversial, Instagram Reels.
In a post shared on X, Bathinda Police said that a foul smell had begun emanating from the car. The police post did not mention Kaur by name.
'The police party immediately reached the spot and upon investigation, discovered the body of a lady inside the vehicle. The forensic team has also reached the spot and is conducting a thorough examination. Legal action is being initiated based on the findings. All facts related to the case will be investigated, and the culprits will be traced,' a police officer said.
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