An elderly man was found dead in unusual circumstances at his residence in Orangi Town, Karachi, during the presence of a welder who was working inside the house.

According to the statement given by the welder, Salam, to the police, the older man fell on the floor and got injured. He put a pillow on the face to stop the bleeding. Later, he hid himself under the bed after his family members knocked on the door.

The family members immediately took the elderly man to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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The welder was caught by the family members. They called the police when they found him lying beneath the bed for several hours. The police arrested the man due to the mysterious death of the citizen, Hashamuddin.

A hammer was also recovered from the suspect, which the police has sent for forensic examination. The police officials said that the interrogation is still underway from Salam as it is claimed to be a mysterious incident.