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The 44-year-old woman was found severely decomposed. (Picture: Representative)
After being found at the scene, the 14-year-old boy told police that his mother had died of illness and said he was not suspected of foul play.
In a heartbreaking incident that has shocked the community, a 14-year-old boy was found living with the body of his late mother for four days in his apartment in Kalyan area of Thane district in Maharashtra. The horrifying discovery came to light when concerned neighbors alerted authorities because of a foul odor coming from the property. The 44-year-old woman was found badly decomposed, highlighting the tragic circumstances in which the teenager lived.
According to local police, the incident occurred after residents of the complex raised an alarm on Wednesday, July 31, prompting the building's caretaker and neighbors to come and check on the property. After knocking on the door, the boy opened it, revealing a heartbreaking scene inside. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the woman's death and why the girl stayed inside with the body for several days.
After being found at the scene, the 14-year-old boy told police that his mother had died of illness and said he was not suspected of foul play. Meanwhile, Kadapada police have initiated an accidental death report in connection with the incident. Notably, the police report did not mention the teen's father, prompting authorities to further investigate the family's circumstances.
Last year, another disturbing incident occurred in Mumbai when the body of a flight attendant was found under suspicious circumstances. The incident prompted police to launch a murder investigation. Authorities reported that the 24-year-old flight attendant was found dead in an apartment in the city.
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the case, but details of his identity have not been disclosed. The victim, a resident of Rajendra Nagar in Raipur, was staying at the NG Building in Andheri with another cabin crew member at the time of the incident.