In a chilling development that has sent shockwaves through Maharashtra's medical community, the Satara police are investigating allegations that someone accessed a deceased doctor's phone using his fingerprint to erase critical data following his tragic suicide.
The case involves Dr. Shreyas Ambekar, a 26-year-old medical professional who was found dead in his vehicle near Medha in Satara district on June 2nd. What initially appeared to be a straightforward suicide case has taken a sinister turn with the emergence of tampering allegations.
Disturbing Allegations Surface
According to police statements, the investigation took an unexpected twist when family members raised suspicions about potential evidence tampering. "The family has alleged that after the doctor's death, someone opened his mobile phone using his fingerprint and deleted some important data," revealed a senior police official involved in the case.
This revelation has transformed the nature of the investigation, prompting authorities to treat the case with increased seriousness and expand their investigative scope beyond the initial suicide determination.
Police Investigation Intensifies
Satara Superintendent of Police Sameer Shaikh confirmed that multiple teams are now working on the case. "We have formed three special teams to investigate this matter thoroughly," stated SP Shaikh. "Our investigation is progressing from various angles to uncover the complete truth behind this tragedy.
The police have already recorded statements from approximately 15-20 individuals connected to the case, including family members, colleagues, and acquaintances of the deceased doctor.
Broader Implications for Digital Evidence
This case highlights growing concerns about the security of digital evidence in sensitive investigations. The alleged use of biometric authentication to access and delete data raises serious questions about evidence preservation protocols following unexpected deaths.
As the medical community in Maharashtra mourns the loss of a young professional, the ongoing investigation continues to uncover new dimensions to this tragic incident. The Satara police have assured the public that they are pursuing all possible leads to ensure justice is served.
