The body of Police Sub-Inspector Ajay Gaur, missing since February 5, was found on Sunday, February 8, in the Ghaghra river near Ayodhya. Gaur was posted at Parsarampur police station in Basti district. His motorcycle was found abandoned near Amhat Ghat in Basti. SP (City) Ayodhya Chakrapani Tripathi said the body was found in full police uniform, which made identification quick. Gaur had last been in contact with his wife on the evening of February 5 for only a few seconds before the call dropped. His wife said his phone was switched off afterward. The next morning, a constable confirmed Gaur had not returned since the night before. The wife also told police that Gaur had previously received death threats related to an old case. A missing person case was filed, and a search was launched. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.