Female doctor found dead at her residence in Rajkot

Rajkot: In a tragic incident, the body of a 43-year-old doctor was discovered in a highly decomposed state at her residence in the Soniwada area of Ghogha town near Bhavnagar city late Sunday night.

The doctor originally from Daman, had worked as a contractual doctor at a Community Health Centre (CHC) but had been unemployed since her contract ended 7–8 months ago. She lived alone and was unmarried.

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According to the police, the doctor experienced persistent vomiting and a reduced appetite after suffering an injury from a fall. However, the circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear, and authorities are investigating to determine the cause.

As per TOI news report, her decomposed body was discovered after the neighbours discovered a stench emanating from her house and realised she had not been seen for several days. Concerned about her, the neighbours informed the police.

After receiving the intel on Sunday night, a police team reached the doctor's house and found her decomposed body. Following this, they conducted a forensic post-mortem examination.

Further, the police registered a case of accidental death and an investigation is underway.

Speaking to TOI, a police officer said, "She was unmarried and lived alone. We learned from her close associate a few days ago that she suffered injuries from a fall and was experiencing persistent vomiting and loss of appetite."

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