Kolkata, June 14, 2024 – In a shocking revelation, the death of IIT Kharagpur student Faizan Ahmed, who was found dead in his hostel room in October 2022, has been ruled as murder by a second forensic report. The report, prepared by court-appointed forensic expert Dr. A.K. Gupta, indicates that Ahmed’s neck bore signs of a gunshot wound and a stab wound, raising serious questions about the initial investigation.
Background and Initial Reports
Faizan Ahmed, a 23-year-old third-year student from Assam, was discovered dead in a room at Lala Lajpat Rai Hostel on October 14, 2022. The room was not the one allotted to him. Initial reports suggested that Ahmed had died by suicide, but his family suspected foul play, alleging that he had been ragged on campus. They subsequently moved the Calcutta High Court seeking a thorough investigation.
Court-Ordered Investigation and Forensic Findings
In May 2023, the Calcutta High Court, responding to Ahmed’s father’s plea, ordered the exhumation of his body and a second post-mortem examination. This examination, conducted by Dr. Gupta, uncovered crucial details that were missed in the initial investigation.
Dr. Gupta’s report revealed:
- Gunshot and Stab Wounds: Ahmed’s neck showed signs of a gunshot wound on the upper left side and a stab wound on the right. These injuries were not documented during the initial police investigation or the first autopsy conducted at Midnapore Medical College.
- Additional Evidence: Human blood was detected on Ahmed’s nail cuttings, hair strands, spine, mandible, and back muscles.
- Missing Skull Bone: The right temporal bone of Ahmed’s skull was missing, consistent with the initial photographs taken when his body was discovered.
- Exclusion of Poisoning: The second post-mortem definitively ruled out poisoning as a cause of death.
The report concluded that Ahmed’s death was likely due to an injury on the back of his head, which had also been missed in the first autopsy.
Family’s Allegations and Legal Proceedings
Ahmed’s family had long maintained that his death was not a suicide. They alleged that he had been subjected to severe ragging, which they believe led to his murder. Following their allegations and the inconsistencies in the initial investigation, they sought the formation of a special investigation team (SIT) to probe his death.
The second forensic report has now substantiated their claims of foul play, prompting the Calcutta High Court to express surprise at the omissions in the first autopsy. The court has scheduled a hearing next week before Justice Amrita Sinha’s bench to discuss the findings and the next steps in the investigation.
Reactions and Implications
The revelations have sent shockwaves through the academic community and the general public, raising serious concerns about campus safety and the integrity of initial investigations. Students and faculty at IIT Kharagpur have expressed their solidarity with Ahmed’s family, demanding a thorough and impartial investigation.
A representative of Ahmed’s family stated, “We have always believed that Faizan’s death was not a suicide. The findings of the second post-mortem have validated our suspicions. We hope that the truth will finally come to light and justice will be served.”
Conclusion
The case of Faizan Ahmed’s death has taken a significant turn with the new forensic evidence pointing to murder. As the Calcutta High Court prepares to hear the case next week, there is hope that the investigation will uncover the truth and hold those responsible accountable.
Sarhind Times will continue to provide updates on this developing story, ensuring that readers are informed about the latest findings and legal proceedings.
+ There are no comments
Add yours