Shocking Forensic Reveal In ‘Watermelon Death’ Case; Family Died Due To Rat Poison: Report

According to the forensic investigation, traces of “Zinc Phosphide” were detected in the bodies of the deceased. The chemical is commonly used in rat poison.

Initial investigations had suggested that the family’s condition worsened after consuming watermelon, which was suspected to be linked to the deaths.

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• Mumbai family deaths linked to rat poison.
• Zinc phosphide found in victims and watermelon.
• Forensic probe nears resolution after 11 days.

The biggest breakthrough has emerged in the case involving the deaths of four members of the same family in Mumbai’s Bhindi Bazaar area after allegedly consuming watermelon.

Investigators have found that all four victims died due to poisoning caused by a substance commonly used in rat poison.

Forensic Probe Finds Zinc Phosphide

According to the forensic investigation, traces of “Zinc Phosphide” were detected in the bodies of the deceased. The chemical is commonly used in rat poison.

Investigators also found traces of Zinc Phosphide in samples taken from the watermelon consumed by the family before their health deteriorated.

After 11 days of investigation, authorities now appear to be close to solving the sensational case.

Four Family Members Died Within Hours

The sudden deaths of four members of the Dokadia family on the 26th had triggered panic in the area.

Initial investigations had suggested that the family’s condition worsened after consuming watermelon, which was suspected to be linked to the deaths.

Victims Identified

The deceased were identified as Abdullah Dokadia (44), his wife Nasreen Dokadia (35), and their daughters Ayesha Dokadia (16) and Zainab Dokadia (13).

The deaths of all four family members had left the entire locality shocked.