OpenAI Whistleblower's Death Ruled Suicide, Family Disputes Findings

Suchir Balaji's family challenges the official autopsy report, citing inconsistencies and pushing for further investigation into his 2024 death.

San Francisco authorities have ruled OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji's November 2024 death a suicide, citing evidence of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The autopsy report found no signs of forced entry, struggle, or additional injuries, and gunshot residue was detected on Balaji's hands.
Balaji's mother, Poornima Ramarao, disputes the findings, alleging foul play and claiming inconsistencies in the report, including the discovery of a blood-covered synthetic hair at the scene.
The family has sent the synthetic hair for independent testing and is calling for the FBI to reopen the investigation, accusing local authorities of mishandling evidence and suppressing information.
Balaji had recently spoken out about alleged copyright violations by OpenAI, leading his family to believe his death may be linked to his whistleblowing activities.