- Ajit Kaur, 72 was missing since August 23.
- Her body was found in Ceres canal by TID employee.
- Family confirms her death amid ongoing investigation.
The body of a 72-year-old Indian-origin woman, Ajit Kaur, who had been missing for nearly two months was found in a canal in California. Kaur was reported missing on August 23, after she disappeared from her apartment complex in Ceres. Her body was discovered on October 24 by an employee of the Turlock Irrigation District (TID) during a routine patrol last week.
Body Found During Patrol
According to the Ceres Police Department, the employee spotted the body in Lower Lateral 3 Canal near Central Avenue and Keyes Road in Ceres. Police officers then reached the location and confirmed that the remains were human. The body was sent to Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office for identification and on October 27, the office confirmed that the remains belonged to Ajit Kaur.
Kaur Went Missing In August
According to reports, Kaur was last seen on August 23 at around 1:45 am near Whitmore Avenue and Mitchell Road in Ceres. She had left her home at the Casa Grande Apartment complex, located at 3100 Whitmore Avenue. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a peach-coloured salwar suit with a dupatta. Her family members had also shared appeals on social media, asking people to help find her.
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During the investigation, detectives received information suggesting that Kaur may have entered a TID canal located east of her apartment complex. Police teams searched nearby areas and checked canal routes across Ceres. They also looked for CCTV footage to gather information about her movements. A specially trained K9 unit was also deployed to track Kaur along with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department Dive Unit for underwater search.
Family Confirms Kaur's Death
Kaur's family has also confirmed the news of her death through a social media post. A woman named Nicole Lynn, who identified herself as a family member, shared a message expressing the family's grief. She said, “It is with deep sorrow that we share this news with you. Ajit has been found, and she is no longer with us. We ask that you please give our family space and time while we grieve and come to terms with this loss.”
Meanwhile, the Ceres Police Department said the investigation into Kaur's death is still underway. However, police have not shared further details about the circumstances surrounding her death. “The Ceres Police Department extends its heartfelt condolences to Kaur's family and loved ones during this difficult time,” CPD said in a statement.
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