The 63-year-old man reported kidnapped has been found dead in Couva.

Vishnu Lalla was found in Brechin Castle at around 11:01 last evening.

Newscentre five understands, Mr. Lalla was taken a day earlier, and a $100,000 ransom was demanded for his release.

Police say a portion of the ransom had already been paid.

The Hunters Search and Rescue was asked to assist in finding Mr. Lalla

Captain Valence Rambarath has confirmed the find.

It is said two suspects, one, a police officer are in custody.

Investigators believe Lalla may have been murdered, before the ransom demand was even made.