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Mumbai Police Arrest Husband and Five In-Laws in 24-Year-Old Woman’s Alleged Dowry-Death Case

Investigators await forensic results to confirm the cause of death.

Overview

  • Neha Gupta died on October 16 in Khar after discharge from Cooper Hospital around 4:30 a.m., and she was later declared brought dead.
  • Khar Police say six accused, including husband Arvind Gupta, are in custody as the investigation proceeds.
  • A case has been registered under BNS provisions including Section 80 for dowry death and Section 123 for causing harm by poisoning.
  • Her family alleges prolonged dowry harassment with demands for Rs 9 lakh, 18 tolas of gold, over 2 kg of silver, household goods, and a motorcycle.
  • The complaint details suspected poisoning, assaults, and pressure to abort, and police are reviewing reported inconsistencies in medical records.