A 60-year-old woman, Saraswattee Mootia, also known as "Tany", was found dead in a field at New Market Road, near the Triolet medical clinic, on September 18. She was a resident of Triolet and worked as a vegetable vendor. According to her son, Vedashay Mootia, she had left her home at 7:00 am to tend to her plantation and was expected to return by 9:00 am to continue her day's work.
When Saraswattee Mootia failed to return home, her son became worried and went to search for her on his motorcycle. He found his mother lying on the ground in the field, with several scratches on her face, hand, and stomach. Despite attempts to revive her, she was unresponsive. A police officer checked her pulse, which was weak, and she was taken to the medical clinic, where a doctor confirmed her death.
The post-mortem examination revealed that Saraswattee Mootia's death was caused by strangulation. Additionally, the chain she was wearing was missing. The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death and are looking for potential suspects. The family is still in shock, especially since Saraswattee Mootia had already faced a significant loss with the death of her husband in October 2025.
Saraswattee Mootia was a devoted mother of two and had celebrated her 60th birthday in May. She spent most of her days tending to her plantation, cultivating and selling vegetables. Her son described her as someone who loved her work and had been doing it for a long time. The community also knew her well, and her death has left them in shock.
Vedashay Mootia expressed his trust in the authorities to uncover the truth behind his mother's death. He hopes that the investigation will reveal what happened and bring justice to his family. The family is preparing for Saraswattee Mootia's funeral, which is scheduled to take place on the same day.
The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and they are working to determine the circumstances surrounding Saraswattee Mootia's death. The community is rallying around the family, offering support during this difficult time.
Saraswattee Mootia's death has left a significant impact on her community, and many are calling for increased safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The authorities have assured the public that they are taking the case seriously and will work to bring those responsible to justice.
Key points
- The police are investigating the alleged murder of Saraswattee Mootia, a 60-year-old woman found dead in a field in Triolet, Mauritius.
- The post-mortem examination revealed that Saraswattee Mootia's death was caused by strangulation, and her chain was missing.
- The family and community are in shock, and the authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.
