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Post-Mortem Cites Lung Disease in Mahoba Case as Police Probe Alleged Caretaker Abuse

Police say a post-mortem points to chronic lung disease, with a criminal probe now examining allegations against the caretakers.

Overview

  • Om Prakash Singh Rathore, 70, a retired railway clerk, was found dead at his Mahoba home and police sent the body for forensic examination.
  • His 27-year-old daughter, Rashmi, was found in a severely malnourished state and is now under care, with hospital treatment reported.
  • Relatives accuse domestic help Ram Prakash Kushwaha and his wife Ramdevi of years-long confinement of the pair and denial of food and medical care.
  • Police say the couple had worked in the home for about eight to nine years and are reviewing reported control moves, including an electricity connection in the wife’s name.
  • Officials note no prior complaints were filed despite alleged restricted access to the victims, and potential charges will be determined after the inquiry.