IDUKKI: A tribal youth was accidently shot dead while hunting in Idukki. The dead has been identified as Mahendran of Irupathekkar Kudi. The body was found buried in a forest in Pothamedu. Following the incident, the accused, who are natives of Kunchithanni, have surrendered before the police.

Mahendran had gone missing on June 28. On learning about the police investigation, two members of the hunters gang arrived at the station and informed the police about the incident. Investigation is underway at the spot.