Mystery Bullets Found in Railway Hospital Sparks Investigation

Seven live bullets were discovered in a bathroom of a railway hospital in Pettah, prompting police to investigate. The bullets, believed to be old but still live, have raised concerns about their origins. Officials suspect a link to the Railway Protection Force, pending further inquiry.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 22-04-2026 16:17 IST | Created: 22-04-2026 16:17 IST
Mystery Bullets Found in Railway Hospital Sparks Investigation
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Seven live bullets were recovered from a bathroom in a railway hospital located in Pettah, the state capital, as reported by police on Wednesday.

The abandoned ammunition was found inside a toilet, prompting police to secure the area and seize the bullets for examination.

A police officer from Vanchiyoor station mentioned that while the bullets appear old, they are live. Authorities have launched an investigation, with preliminary findings suggesting a possible connection to the Railway Protection Force, although confirmation awaits further inquiry.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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