Witness of AI171 Crash Recovers Gold and Cash Amidst Tragedy
Rajesh Patel, a witness to the AI171 crash, discovered gold and cash in the wreckage, which he handed over to authorities. As recovery efforts progressed, DNA samples of victims were matched to expedite family notifications. Air India maintained regular checks on the aircraft involved in the tragedy, ensuring safety protocols.
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Rajesh Patel, a businessman who witnessed the catastrophic AI171 plane disaster on June 12, recounted finding substantial valuables amidst the debris, which he passed to the authorities. Patel discovered approximately 70 tolas of gold and Rs 70,000 in cash while aiding rescue operations near his residence.
Detailed accounts from Patel describe an overwhelming scene of devastation, with victims' belongings like passports and electronic devices scattered amid the wreckage. Despite the somber scene, efforts focused on recovering these items, which Patel emphasized aimed at honoring the deceased by returning possessions to their families.
Meanwhile, Ahmedabad Civil Hospital reported advancements in identifying victims through DNA matching. Superintendent Rakesh Joshi confirmed that 211 samples had been aligned, facilitating timely family notifications post-verification. Air India CEO assured the public of the aircraft's maintenance integrity, amidst ongoing safety checks following the London-bound flight's crash.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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