PANJIM: Bengaluru-based data scientist Suchana Seth’s case has taken a new twist with her father, Joy Gopal Seth, making a plea to the Goa Children’s Court to assess her mental state. This follows the devastating incident in which Suchana allegedly took the life of her four-year-old son in Goa.
The court has postponed the hearing to February 21, 2024, in light of her father’s request, aiming to reevaluate Suchana’s mental health. Until then, Suchana will remain in custody until February 26, 2024.
Suchana was apprehended in Karnataka while attempting to flee in a taxi from a service apartment in Sinquerim, Goa. The taxi driver, Royjohn D’Souza, played a pivotal role in assisting the Goa Police, leading to her arrest by the Chitradurga Police. The motive behind the alleged murder remains unclear, but during interrogation, Suchana disclosed details about her strained relationship with her husband, from whom she is currently separated.
She cited familial discord and ongoing divorce proceedings as contributing factors to the tragic incident. Additionally, Suchana expressed dissatisfaction with a court order allowing her estranged husband to visit their son every Sunday. However, according to the Calangute Police, no significant mental health issues or psychological problems were detected in Suchana Seth’s assessment. They noted that she provided accurate and reasoned responses, showing no indications of suicidal tendencies.
