Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Patna NEET Aspirant Death: DNA Collected From Suspects After Forensic Semen Finding

Labs now test samples for matches that could identify suspects.

Overview

  • An FSL report detected semen on the student's clothing, shifting the case from an initial suicide theory to suspected sexual assault.
  • The SIT drew DNA from six suspects under a magistrate’s supervision and also took samples from five family members to ensure clear matching.
  • A five‑member AIIMS‑Patna medical board has begun reviewing records but says crucial documents are still awaited before it can opine.
  • Patna Police suspended two officers from the early probe for alleged dereliction, and POCSO provisions were applied as the victim was a minor.
  • Police earlier arrested the girls’ hostel owner, the primary suspect is reported absconding, and the family has sought a CBI investigation.