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Mumbai family of four dies after dinner; morphine found raises poisoning fears

India
Published on 1 May 2026
Mumbai family of four dies after dinner; morphine found raises poisoning fears

Forensics found morphine, turning organs green—what happened

A Mumbai family of four died within hours after dinner last Saturday, and investigators say watermelon contamination is unlikely. Forensic findings reported organs turning green and morphine detected in the father’s body have shifted the case toward suspected poisoning. Police are probing possible foul play, while chemical analysis is awaited, leaving the exact cause yet to be confirmed.

  • All four family members fell ill and died within hours of dinner
  • Investigators say watermelon contamination appears unlikely
  • Morphine was reportedly found in the father’s body
  • Forensic chemical analysis is still awaited
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