The investigation into the deaths of two minor sisters in Chandkheda has entered a critical stage, with police confirming that four individuals remain under suspicion. Officials said all four have given similar statements so far, prompting authorities to consider seeking court permission to conduct lie detector (polygraph) tests to verify the facts.
A senior officer stated that identical versions from all four individuals have made it difficult to establish the truth, and polygraph tests may help in clarifying inconsistencies.Police clarified that neither the father nor the grandfather has been named as an accused at this stage, as no offence has been conclusively established yet. “Until a crime is confirmed, we cannot detain anyone or treat them as accused. All possible angles are being examined, and the investigation may eventually point to one individual or even joint involvement,” the officer said.
Preliminary findings from toxicology reports indicate the presence of similar substances in the blood samples of both parents, with differences only in quantity. Meanwhile, the post-mortem report of the four-year-old child is still awaited, as officials noted the process is detailed and time-consuming.On the issue of a possible motive, police said that while societal preference for a male child exists, it cannot be treated as a direct basis for suspicion. However, financial stress within the family has emerged as a key factor under scrutiny. Investigators noted that the elder brother, Vimal, was facing financial difficulties, while his siblings settled abroad were financially stable.
He reportedly aspired to become a YouTuber or model but did not succeed.Police have also examined call detail records and WhatsApp chats of family members, but so far, nothing suspicious has been found beyond routine communication.
Dismissing speculation around food poisoning, particularly fermented batter, officials said technical analysis does not support the theory that spoiled batter alone could cause such severe toxicity.
Investigators explained that reheating refrigerated food generally eliminates harmful bacteria, making this possibility unlikely.So far, no evidence suggests the involvement of any outsider, leading police to suspect a possible link within the family. Officials added that if sufficient evidence is found, police will register a case and proceed with legal action.
The probe is ongoing, with forensic and technical evidence expected to play a key role in uncovering the truth behind the deaths.