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Drugs found in accused’s blood
: A rapid test kit confirmed drugs in Rakshit Chaurasiya’s blood after the fatal Vadodara accident.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Mar 18, 2025
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Fatal crash details
: Chaurasiya’s speeding car killed one woman and injured seven, including two children, in Karelibaug.
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FSL tests underway
: Blood samples sent to Forensic Science Laboratory to confirm drug presence and determine exact substances.
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Rapid test limitations
: Rapid kits indicate drug presence but aren’t court-admissible; FSL tests provide conclusive evidence.
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Drug detection timeline
: Drugs can be detected in blood for 24 hours, unlike alcohol, which wears off faster.
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Advanced forensic techniques
: FSL uses gas chromatography to identify exact drugs and their quantities in blood samples.
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Legal implications
: If FSL confirms drug use, additional charges will be added to Chaurasiya’s case.
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Behavior under scrutiny
: Police are investigating Chaurasiya’s post-accident behavior, suggesting intoxication.
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Drug groups identified
: Rapid tests show drug groups (e.g., opiates, marijuana), while FSL pinpoints specific substances.
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Strict evidence collection
: Blood samples are drawn under legal provisions, ensuring reliability for forensic analysis.
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