In light of the recent, painful loss of our dear friend and brother, I feel deeply compelled to speak—out of love, concern, and the desire to protect future lives. What happened in his case has raised serious and troubling questions, not just for his family and friends, but for our entire community.
The Incident That Sparked This Message
On the morning of his passing, our friend was found lying lifeless in his room. Without any medical professional present, he was assumed to be dead. Hours passed, and still, his body remained fresh, soft, and flexible well beyond what is medically expected. Later in the day, dry gin was allegedly poured into his nose and mouth while he lay upside down in the name of preservation, causing fresh blood to drip from his nose and ears, which indicates that probably, he was in coma — a highly unusual occurrence if death had truly taken place many hours earlier.
What a Truly Dead Body Should Look Like Within 5–12 Hours
When a person dies, the body naturally goes through certain physical changes:
Within 1–2 hours: the body begins to stiffen, a process called rigor mortis.
By 6–12 hours: the entire body becomes stiff and immobile.
The body becomes cold, and there is no fresh bleeding or reflex response.
So if a body is still warm, soft, and flexible after 12 hours, it is not unreasonable to question whether death has truly occurred—especially in the absence of trauma or clear cause.
There are medical conditions that can cause a person to appear dead when they are not:
1. Severe heart conditions
2. Drug overdose
3. Deep coma or fainting (syncope)
4. Extreme hypothermia
5. Cataleptic states (a rare nervous system condition).
These conditions can lead to shallow breathing, no visible movement, and even unresponsiveness—yet the person may still be alive and savable.
When we assume someone is dead without medical confirmation, we risk:
1. Declaring the living as dead
2. Missing the chance to revive them
3. Tampering with the body* in ways that interfere with evidence or natural dignity
4. Causing irreversible emotional and legal complications
A Respectful Appeal to the Community
Let this message serve as both a tribute and a gentle but urgent call for change.
Let us never again rush to declare death without calling for medical assistance.
Let us not pour substances into the bodies of those we believe are gone, especially without professional guidance.
Let us respect both the living and the dead by allowing doctors and coroners to do what they are trained for.
Even in grief, even in panic, even in tradition—we must prioritize truth, life, and care.
What Should Be Done When Someone Is Found Unresponsive
1. Call emergency services immediately.
2. Check for breathing and pulse — but do not assume.
3. Do not move or pour anything into the person's body.
4. Allow medical professionals to confirm whether the person is truly deceased.
5. If death is confirmed, ask about the possibility of an autopsy, especially if the cause is unknown.
To end it all, this message is not to cast blame, but to shine light.
We owe it to our friend, and to all future souls, to make sure no one is wrongly assumed dead when they may still have had a chance. May his passing awaken wisdom in us all.
Let us be vigilant. Let us be informed.
And above all, let us be humane.
Signed,
A concerned friend, a grieving heart, and a voice for those who may still be saved.
