PANAJI
A 23-year-old intern doctor was found dead at Hawaii Beach in Dona Paula on Wednesday evening.
The victim, who was interning at Goa Medical College after completing her medical degree, was found wearing a doctor's gown bearing her name, which helped establish her identity.
The circumstances leading to her death remain unclear and are being investigated, Panaji police said, while refusing to provide further details.
Police said it was not immediately known whether the woman had arrived at the beach alone or in the company of another person. The police teams are also attempting to ascertain how she travelled to the location and whether any vehicle connected to her was found in the vicinity.
Police personnel and forensic experts were seen combing the area around the scene in search of any medical equipment, personal belongings, or other items that could aid the investigation.
An unnatural death case has been registered, and police are exploring all possible angles. Officials told The Goan that they would examine her personal and professional background as part of the inquiry.
The exact cause of death will be determined following the post-mortem examination and further investigation, police said.
