Ahmedabad Police Intensify Probe into Prajapati Siblings' Deaths
In a significant development in the Chandkheda case, investigators have finally questioned Bhavna Prajapati, the mother of the deceased siblings, following her discharge from a private hospital on Monday evening. The questioning, which extended late into the night at the Chandkheda police station, marks a crucial step in unraveling the mysterious deaths of three-month-old Raha and four-year-old Mishri Prajapati.
Parents Blame Dosa Batter Contamination
Bhavna Prajapati, echoing her husband Vimal's earlier statements, maintained that the children were not murdered but instead succumbed to contamination in dosa batter purchased from a local store. Vimal had been grilled by police on Friday, presenting a similar account. However, authorities have expressed skepticism, noting that no other customers who bought batter from the same shop have reported any illnesses, casting doubt on the parents' claims.
Diary Note and Family Under Scrutiny
During the interrogation, Bhavna addressed a diary note that indicated her desire for a male child. She clarified to police that the note was written after Mishri's birth and merely expressed a hope that their family would be complete if the next child was a boy. Meanwhile, Vimal's parents, Gaurishankar and Kusum Prajapati, are also under investigation due to inconsistent statements, with police considering polygraph tests for all family members involved.
Investigation Focuses on Passive Infanticide
A police official revealed that the investigation into three-month-old Raha's death is proceeding in the direction of passive infanticide, suggesting potential neglect or indirect harm. This angle adds complexity to the case, as investigators piece together evidence from witness accounts and forensic analysis.
Awaiting Lab Reports for Breakthrough
Concrete progress in the case now hinges on laboratory reports expected to arrive on Wednesday. These results will determine the presence of any toxins or contaminants in the dosa batter and other evidence, guiding the next steps, including the potential scheduling of lie-detection tests. Police officials emphasized that the findings will be pivotal in either corroborating or refuting the parents' contamination theory.
As the community in Ahmedabad awaits answers, the Chandkheda police continue to pursue all leads, with the upcoming lab reports poised to shed light on this tragic incident that has gripped the city.
