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Mumbai Police Await Forensic Reports in Shefali Jariwala Death Inquiry

Video-recorded autopsy footage and preserved samples have been sent to the state forensic lab for analysis

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Shefali's prayer meet invite read: “Some stars shine too brightly to ever fade — even after they’re gone, their light remains.”

Overview

  • Mumbai Police have ruled out foul play in Jariwala’s death following a video-recorded postmortem but the exact cause remains undetermined
  • Autopsy tissue and preserved viscera samples are now with the Kalina Forensic Science Laboratory for histopathology and chemical analysis
  • Investigators have gathered CCTV footage and recorded statements from 14 people, including family members, domestic staff, a pharmacist and the IV drip technician
  • A July 2 prayer meet in Mumbai saw Jariwala’s father, Satish, overcome with grief as her husband, Parag Tyagi, emotionally consoled him
  • Tyagi’s Instagram tribute described his wife as “fire wrapped in grace” and called for memories free of speculation to honor her legacy