SRH’s Abhishek Sharma to be questioned by cops investigating model Tania Singh’s death

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma is under investigation into famous model Tania Singh's suicide in Surat. The police have confirmed that the Punjab cricketer was in contact with the model and they are looking to send a notice soon.

A Surat police officer told news agency PTI on Wednesday that the police investigating the suspected suicide of model Tania Singh will be sending cricketer Abhishek Sharma a notice. The preliminary investigation revealed the two were friends and that she had sent him a message on WhatsApp that was not answered.

"We have so far learnt this much that Abhishek Sharma was in friendship with the deceased model. More details will be known in the investigation," VR Malhotra, the Assistant Commissioner of Police said. "After verification, we may call the persons whose names come up during verification for recording their statements, if required."

A case of accidental death was registered at Vesu police station and further investigation is underway.

The left-handed batting all-rounder is currently with the Punjab state team's camp featuring in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024 tournament. Abhishek has been a crucial part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad team since 2019 and has made 44 appearances so far.

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