A 34-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide after consuming rat poison following a domestic dispute with her husband in Bhiwandi city of Thane district, police said on Wednesday. Authorities added that statements of her in-laws are being recorded.
Incident Details
Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) and launched an investigation, an official said. The deceased, identified as Amruta Ajay Pimplekar, and her husband reportedly used to quarrel frequently over domestic issues. Following one such heated argument on May 8, she allegedly consumed rat poison at her residence. She later succumbed during treatment on May 13, police said.
Investigation Update
Since the initial medical admission and subsequent death occurred under their jurisdiction, the Agripada police in Mumbai initially registered the case. It has now been formally transferred to the Bhiwandi Police for further investigation, as the incident took place within their jurisdiction, a Bhiwandi Police official said. He added that police are recording statements of the deceased’s family members and neighbours.
Authorities are continuing their probe to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to the tragic incident. Further details are awaited.
