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Dr. Neha Gupta, a pediatrician, faces first-degree murder charges following the tragic death of her 4-year-old daughter, Aria. The incident occurred during a vacation in El Portal, where Gupta claimed her daughter drowned in a pool. However, an autopsy revealed discrepancies, including the absence of water in Aria’s lungs and signs of possible smothering, prompting investigators to arrest Gupta. Currently held without bond, she has pleaded not guilty and is contesting the charges amid ongoing custody disputes with her ex-husband.
El Portal, Florida – Dr. Neha Gupta, a 36-year-old pediatrician from Oklahoma, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of her 4-year-old daughter, Aria Talathi. The tragic incident occurred on June 27, 2025, while the pair were vacationing at a short-term rental home in El Portal.
Emergency responders were summoned by Gupta around 1:00 AM, with her claiming that her daughter was drowning in the rental property’s pool. Upon arrival, first responders found Aria unresponsive and transported her to a local hospital. Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
An autopsy performed on Aria revealed findings that raised serious questions about the circumstances of her death. Contrary to what is typically expected in drowning cases, the examination showed that no water was found in her lungs. Additionally, there were cuts in Aria’s mouth and bruises on her cheeks, suggesting the possibility of smothering. These findings prompted detectives to initiate an investigation, eventually leading to an arrest warrant for Gupta.
Gupta was taken into custody on July 1, 2025, at her home in Oklahoma City and was subsequently extradited to Miami-Dade County, Florida. She is currently being held without bond and has entered a plea of not guilty to the charges against her. The situation escalated during her arrest; body camera footage showed police officers forcibly entering her home after Gupta was found hiding in her laundry room, leading to a subdued arrest.
Her attorney has criticized the police’s approach during the arrest, characterizing it as “extremely violent” and argued that Gupta was cooperative and posed no threat to the community. Gupta’s legal representation also emphasizes that Aria’s death should be perceived as a tragic accident and claims that the authorities have moved too quickly to reach conclusions without sufficient evidence.
Amidst these serious allegations, Gupta is embroiled in a contentious divorce and custody battle with her ex-husband, Dr. Saurabh Talathi. Concerns about her mental health have reportedly been raised by Talathi, who was unaware that Gupta had taken their daughter out of state. He is in pursuit of full custody of their remaining children.
The investigation into Aria’s death took a critical turn once the autopsy results were revealed. Local law enforcement worked in conjunction with the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office throughout the inquiry. Following these developments, authorities indicated plans to hold a court hearing for Gupta on August 7, 2025, to address the charges leveled against her.
This case has garnered considerable attention due to its alarming details and the implications for Gupta’s professional and personal life. As the proceedings unfold, both public and legal scrutiny continue to mount, raising significant questions about the reliability of evidence and the judiciousness of the prosecutorial decisions made thus far.
As this story develops, further updates will be essential for understanding the implications both for Gupta and for the future custody arrangements concerning her children amidst the ongoing legal proceedings.
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