World · India Bureau
Kolkata stampede deaths caused by asphyxiation and organ trauma: Autopsy
Post-mortem examinations of stampede victims in Kolkata reveal that most deaths resulted from suffocation, with several bodies showing evidence of ruptured internal organs. The findings underscore the severe crush injuries sustained during the incident.
LSN India ·
Autopsy reports from the Kolkata stampede have determined that asphyxiation was the primary cause of death for the majority of victims, according to medical examinations conducted on the deceased. The post-mortem findings indicate that victims were unable to breathe due to the crush of bodies and pressure from the crowd surge.
In addition to suffocation, several victims sustained severe internal injuries, including ruptured organs, which contributed to fatalities. The extent of crush injuries documented in the autopsies reflects the violent nature of the crowd compression during the incident.
The medical examinations have provided crucial information regarding the mechanics of the stampede and the conditions that led to the loss of life. Authorities are using these findings as part of their ongoing investigation into what triggered the crowd surge and how safety protocols failed during the event.
The autopsy results have heightened calls for comprehensive reviews of crowd management procedures at public gatherings across Indian cities, particularly at religious and cultural events where large congregations are expected.