February 27, 2018: The mortal remains of actress Sridevi are expected to be brought home tonight in a private jet. The Dubai Public Prosecution office has closed the case relating to her death. In a tweet, the Dubai Media office stated that all regular procedures followed in such cases have been completed.
As per the forensic report, the death of the actress occurred due to accidental drowning following the loss of consciousness. The case has now been closed.” Dubai Public Prosecution approved the release of the body of Sridevi to her family following the “completion of a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances of her death”, the tweet further said.
Earlier, the Indian Consulate in Dubai had confirmed that Dubai Police had handed over the Consulate and the family members letters for the release of the mortal remains of Sridevi so that they can proceed for embalming. On Monday, Sridevi’s autopsy report cited “accidental drowning” in the bathtub as the cause of her death. The report also stated presence of traces of alcohol in the blood. Later, Dubai Police transferred the case to Dubai Public Prosecution for carrying out regular legal procedures followed in such cases.
Celebrated actress Sridevi died on the night of 24th Feb, 2018 in Dubai. She had travelled to the UAE to attend a family wedding. (AIR News)
