Parents of Trainee Doctor Expose Police Misconduct Following Daughter’s Death
Kolkata, August 2024
The grieving parents of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor who was found dead under mysterious circumstances at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College have come forward with serious allegations against the local police and hospital authorities. In a recent interview, they claimed that their daughter’s death was mishandled, evidence was tampered with, and they were subjected to coercion by the police.
Discrepancies in Official Accounts
Contrary to official statements, the victim’s father revealed that the initial notification about their daughter’s condition came from the assistant superintendent of the college, not the vice-principal as previously claimed. He recounted receiving a call around 10 a.m. informing them that their daughter was unwell, followed by another stating she had committed suicide. The family disputes the suicide narrative, citing inadequate evidence and procedural lapses.
Allegations of Evidence Tampering and Forced Cremation
Upon their arrival at the hospital, the parents were reportedly kept waiting for over three hours before being allowed to see their daughter’s body. They allege that during this period, hospital and police officials attempted to cover up crucial evidence. The parents also claimed that they were coerced into denying any bribery attempts by the police in a video recorded shortly after the cremation, asserting that the footage was made under duress. citeturn0search9
Calls for a Transparent Investigation
The victim’s family has expressed dissatisfaction with the ongoing investigation, accusing the police of attempting to hush up the case and hasten the cremation process. They are demanding a thorough and transparent inquiry to uncover the truth behind their daughter’s untimely death and to hold accountable those responsible for any misconduct.
As this case unfolds, it raises critical questions about police procedures, the integrity of medical institutions, and the challenges families face when seeking justice for their loved ones.