Bhavnagar Latha Kand: Suspected Death Toll Rises to 7, Four Vartej Police Personnel Suspended
Bhavnagar Latha Kand: The suspected death toll in the Bhavnagar duplicate liquor case has risen to seven, sending shockwaves across Bhavnagar city and nearby rural areas. The incident is reportedly linked to the consumption of suspected toxic liquid and duplicate liquor. Two other people are said to be in critical condition and are receiving intensive medical treatment.
Following the latest death, the police administration has taken disciplinary action against four personnel attached to Vartej Police Station. The four police employees have been suspended over alleged negligence in connection with the incident.
Police have also registered a case against 21 people allegedly connected with the illegal liquor and chemical-based liquid network. Among them, suspected bootlegger Gautam Solanki is being identified as one of the key accused. Police teams have so far detained 12 of the 21 accused and are taking further legal action.
Bhavnagar Latha Kand Death Toll Reaches Seven
The situation in Bhavnagar has become increasingly serious following reports of multiple deaths allegedly linked to the consumption of suspected duplicate liquor or toxic liquid.
According to the information available so far, the suspected death toll has reached seven. Two other patients remain in extremely critical condition and are reportedly being treated with intensive care and ventilator support.
The affected patients are being monitored closely by medical teams. Senior doctors at Sir T Hospital are keeping a continuous watch on those admitted for treatment. Medical authorities have also deployed a special team to monitor the condition of the affected patients and coordinate their treatment.
Authorities are now waiting for medical and forensic findings to establish the exact cause of death.
Death of 35-Year-Old Jayesh Bhatti Raises Fresh Concern
The latest development in the case came after the reported death of 35-year-old Jayesh Bhatti, who lived near Bhagwati Circle in the Kaliyabid area of Bhavnagar.
Bhatti’s death is being linked to the suspected consumption of duplicate liquor or a toxic liquid. However, the exact cause of death is expected to be confirmed only after the completion of the medical examination and forensic investigation.
His body has been sent for post-mortem examination. Samples have also been preserved for further forensic and viscera analysis. These investigations are expected to help authorities determine whether the death was directly caused by consumption of the suspected substance.
The development has added to concerns among residents in Bhavnagar and surrounding areas, particularly because several people have reportedly required medical treatment in connection with the incident.
Four Vartej Police Personnel Suspended
The Bhavnagar administration has also taken action against police personnel following allegations of negligence in dealing with the illegal liquor network.
Four personnel from Vartej Police Station have been suspended with immediate effect. The action was ordered by senior police authorities after concerns were raised over the alleged failure to prevent or detect illegal activities linked to the suspected liquor network.
Authorities are also looking into allegations of negligence and possible lapses in policing at the local level. An internal inquiry has reportedly been initiated to determine whether there were failures in surveillance, enforcement or action against those allegedly involved in the illegal trade.
The suspension of the four personnel has become one of the major developments in the Bhavnagar Latha Kand investigation.
FIR Registered Against 21 Accused
Police have registered an FIR against 21 people in connection with the case. The investigation is focused on an alleged network involved in the preparation, distribution and sale of illegal liquor and chemical-based liquid.
Gautam Solanki, described by police as a key bootlegger in the suspected network, is among those named in the case.
Investigators are now attempting to establish how the suspected toxic chemical or liquid reached consumers, where it was sourced from and who was responsible for distributing it.
The investigation is also expected to examine the broader network rather than focusing only on those who allegedly sold the substance directly to consumers.
12 Accused Detained by Police
Police teams have stepped up their operations following the deaths and have conducted raids at different locations.
Of the 21 people named in the case, 12 accused, including Gautam Solanki, have so far been detained by police. The arrested suspects are being taken before the court as investigators seek further custody for questioning.
The police are particularly interested in tracing the source of the suspected toxic chemical and identifying other people who may have been involved in its supply and distribution.
Investigators are expected to question the accused about the origin of the material, its transportation and the people involved in the alleged illegal liquor network.
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Forensic Investigation Will Establish Exact Cause
While the deaths have been linked to the suspected consumption of duplicate liquor or toxic liquid, authorities have not yet established the final medical cause in every case.
Post-mortem examinations and viscera reports will play an important role in determining whether toxic substances were responsible for the deaths. Forensic evidence will also be crucial to the police investigation and any subsequent legal proceedings.
The administration is closely monitoring the health of the surviving patients, while police teams continue their investigation into the suspected illegal liquor network.
Investigation Underway in Bhavnagar
The Bhavnagar Latha Kand has raised serious questions about the availability of illegal liquor and suspected toxic substances in the region. With seven suspected deaths and two people in critical condition, the incident has prompted strong action from both the police and administrative authorities.
The suspension of four Vartej police personnel and the registration of an FIR against 21 accused indicate that investigators are examining not only the immediate circumstances of the deaths but also the larger network allegedly operating behind the supply of the suspected substance.
As the investigation continues, the medical reports, forensic findings and questioning of the arrested accused are expected to provide clearer answers about what caused the deaths and how the suspected toxic liquid reached those who consumed it.
For now, authorities are continuing to monitor the patients under treatment while police teams work to trace the complete supply chain and identify everyone allegedly connected with the case.
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