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Foul Smell Leads Police to Woman's Body in Locked Delhi Residence
2 Nov
Summary
- Decomposed body of a 45-year-old woman discovered in locked house.
- Discovery made after a foul smell alerted authorities to the residence.
- No signs of forced entry suggest the incident may not be criminal.
In southeast Delhi's Kalkaji area, the decomposed body of a 45-year-old woman was discovered inside her locked residence on Sunday. The grim find occurred after neighbors reported a foul odor, prompting police to investigate the house, which had been shut for approximately 8 to 10 days.
Authorities, along with fire service and crime scene personnel, gained entry by breaking down the door. The procedure was meticulously documented through videography. The victim, Sona, lived alone in Govindpuri Extension and was found deceased on the floor.
Preliminary assessments indicated no signs of forced entry or any immediate evidence of criminal activity. The body has since been transferred to the AIIMS mortuary for a post-mortem to determine the cause of death. Efforts are underway to notify the woman's sister, who resides in Kolkata.
