After completing 14 days in CID custody, accused Shekharjyoti Goswami and Amritprabha Mahanta were placed under judicial custody on Friday, October 17, in connection with the ongoing investigation into the mysterious death of singer Zubeen Garg. The duo was first produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court and underwent routine medical examinations under tight security at both the CID office and court premises.
At the time of reporting, it remains unclear which jail they have been sent to. The arrests are part of a broader investigation that has so far seen seven individuals detained. Among them, five—including Shyamkanu Mahanta, Siddhart Sharma, Zubeen’s cousin Sandeepan Garg, and two personal security officers, Nandeswar Bora and Paresh Baishya—remain lodged in Baksa Jail. Police sources indicated that further custody may be sought for the two PSOs and Sandeepan Garg, while retaining the other accused would require judicial approval.
The transfer took place amid heightened security following previous tensions in Baksa, where supporters of the late singer had clashed with police demanding justice. Authorities ensured that today’s proceedings were conducted smoothly without incident. The case continues to draw widespread public attention, with growing calls for a transparent and fast-tracked investigation into Zubeen Garg’s untimely death.
