A family in Mauritius is reeling after the brutal murder of a 60-year-old woman, Saraswattee Mootia, who was found dead in her plantation in Triolet on September 18. Her son, Vedashay Mootia, 38, is still trying to come to terms with the tragedy, which has left him questioning the relationships within his own family. Saraswattee was a devoted mother and worker, cultivating a plantation where she grew vegetables.
According to Vedashay, his mother had a close relationship with him, and her death has been a devastating blow. He had moved to Italy in 2009 but maintained a strong bond with his mother, returning to Mauritius on July 3 to spend time with his family. After his father's death in October 2025, Vedashay grew even closer to his mother. The family had been dealing with a series of losses, with Vedashay's sister, Bhavna Devi, 39, also losing her husband about a year ago.
The investigation into Saraswattee's murder led to the arrest of Radhakrishna Mooneesawmy, 52, on September 20, who initially cited a dispute with Saraswattee as the motive for the crime. However, he later retracted his statement, implicating Satyama Tany, 54, Saraswattee's brother, and Khoosboo Mootia, 29, Vedashay's wife. Satyama Tany has been accused of giving instructions to commit murder, while Khoosboo Mootia faces charges of conspiracy.
Vedashay claims that his uncle, Satyama Tany, had a strained relationship with his mother, often making remarks about her. Despite their disagreements, Vedashay never suspected that his uncle would be involved in such a heinous crime. A discussion had allegedly taken place between Saraswattee and Satyama Tany a few weeks before the murder, with Satyama reportedly unhappy about Saraswattee's close relationship with her children.
In addition to the shock of his mother's murder and his uncle's arrest, Vedashay has had to deal with a painful revelation about his own marriage. He claims that his wife, whom he married three years ago, admitted to having an affair with his uncle, Satyama Tany. According to Vedashay, his wife told him that she had met Satyama while looking for a job and that he had pursued her, leading to a relationship.
Vedashay expressed his distress and sense of betrayal, stating that he had trusted his wife and never suspected that she would be involved in such a deceitful act. The accusations against Satyama Tany and Vedashay's wife remain allegations and have not been proven in court. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear what the future holds for the family.
The case has left the community in shock, and Vedashay is still trying to come to terms with the events that have unfolded. He hopes that the truth will eventually be revealed, and justice will be served for his mother's murder. The family, who were once close-knit, are now dealing with the aftermath of a tragedy that has exposed deep-seated secrets and lies.
Key points
- - A 60-year-old woman, Saraswattee Mootia, was found murdered in her plantation in Triolet, Mauritius. - Her son, Vedashay Mootia, claims that his wife admitted to having an affair with his uncle, Satyama Tany, who is suspected of ordering the murder. - The investigation is ongoing, with Satyama Tany and Vedashay's wife facing charges related to the crime.
