Actor Rohit Basfore found dead near Garbhanga forest waterfall in Assam, family alleges murder: Report

Family Man 3 actor Rohit Basfore, has been found dead near the Garbhanga forest waterfall in Assam, according to local reports. His family has alleged that he was murdered by friends after a dispute, a report by FirstPost said.

Rohit Basfore was set to appear in Family Man 3 featuring Manoj Bajpayee and Jaideep Ahlawat in lead roles. His body was found on April 27 (Sunday), the report by Odisha Bytes added.

What Family Alleges?

The FP report said that Rohit Basfore's family alleges that the actor returned to Guwahati from Mumbai some months back. They added that he left home with friends for a days trip at 12.30 noon on April 27, but they lost contact with him in the evening. Later a friend informed them that Rohit Basfore was taken to the hospital and declared dead, as per the report.

The family has alleged murder and claimed that three of Rohit Basfore's friends had a parking dispute with him and killed him, as per the report.

Livemint could not independently verify the report.

Police, Official Statements

As per the FP report, police has confirmed several injury marks on the actor's body, and said that investigation is ongoing.

“An autopsy was performed at Guwahati Medical College Hospital on Monday. Multiple injuries were discovered on the body, including wounds on his head, face, and other parts. We are investigating the case, but the four accused are on the run," an official said, as per the report.

According to a Hindustan Times report, Rohit Basfore was on a picnic with nine colleagues when he reportedly fell into the waterfall. Rani Police Outpost officials said the incident took place around 2 pm, the HT report added.

As per the report, police does not suspect foul play and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination.