One was murdered, another died in an industrial accident and the other drowned.

Police are investigating the deaths of all three.

The first is Mildura man Pardeep Kumar (pictured) who’s uncle has arrived in Australia to bring his nephew’s remains back home to India.

Police have still not confirmed the body found at Monak in September is Mr Kumar, but his family is in little doubt.

The uncle, Vinon Kumar Sharma, claimed his nephew’s throat was cut before he was dumped on the roadside.

Also, a Mildura family is today mourning the death of a former military man killed in a tragic workplace accident. He will be remembered for his loyalty to his family, friends and country.

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