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MISSING MOM MAMTA, 28: "PINK STAIN" ON CARPET, BLOODY BATHTUB SEIZED, HUSBAND SUSPECT

MISSING MOM MAMTA, 28: "PINK STAIN" ON CARPET, BLOODY BATHTUB SEIZED, HUSBAND SUSPECT

Update: 2024-08-26
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This podcast episode delves into the mysterious disappearance of Momta, a young nurse, and the investigation surrounding her husband, Neuresh Bot. The episode begins by exploring the evidence found at the couple's home, including blood stains, a missing bathtub, and suspicious Google searches. The husband's questionable behavior, including his statement that he is "suffering the most" despite his wife's disappearance, raises concerns among friends and acquaintances. The episode examines the significance of the evidence found in Momta's home, including blood stains, a missing bathtub, and digital evidence. Experts discuss the potential implications of this evidence and the dangers faced by women during pregnancy and postpartum. The episode reveals more details about the husband's suspicious Google searches, including inquiries about financial debt after a spouse's death, and the discovery of packed luggage and passports at the home. The episode focuses on the husband's inconsistent statements to police, including claims that Momta destroyed her phone before disappearing, and the husband's purchase of knives and cleaning supplies, with some of the knives missing. The episode reports on the husband's arrest for concealing a dead body and the subsequent bond hearing. The episode concludes with reactions from friends and family of Momta, who are increasingly concerned about her safety.

Outlines

00:00:00
The Disappearance of Momta

This episode explores the disappearance of Momta, a young nurse, and the investigation surrounding her husband, Neuresh Bot. The episode focuses on the evidence found at the couple's home, including blood stains, a missing bathtub, and suspicious Google searches.

00:00:29
Suspicious Husband's Behavior and Evidence

This episode examines the husband's questionable behavior, including his statement that he is "suffering the most" despite his wife's disappearance. The episode also explores the evidence found in Momta's home, including blood stains, a missing bathtub, and digital evidence.

00:01:40
The Search Continues and Postpartum Dangers

This episode updates listeners on the ongoing investigation, including the discovery of blood stains and a chaotic scene at the home. Experts discuss the potential dangers faced by women during pregnancy and postpartum.

00:02:31
Incriminating Google Searches and Packed Luggage

This episode reveals more details about the husband's suspicious Google searches, including inquiries about financial debt after a spouse's death. The episode also highlights the discovery of packed luggage and passports at the home.

00:31:34
Inconsistent Statements and Missing Knives

This episode focuses on the husband's inconsistent statements to police, including claims that Momta destroyed her phone before disappearing. The episode also reveals the husband's purchase of knives and cleaning supplies, with some of the knives missing.

00:36:35
Arrest and Bond Hearing

This episode reports on the husband's arrest for concealing a dead body and the subsequent bond hearing. The episode also includes reactions from friends and family of Momta, who are increasingly concerned about her safety.

Keywords

Blue Star Technology


A forensic kit used to reveal invisible blood traces at a crime scene. It is highly sensitive and can detect even minute amounts of blood.

Digital Evidence


Electronic data that can be used as evidence in a criminal investigation. This can include internet searches, phone records, and social media activity.

Luminol


A chemical reagent used to detect bloodstains, even if they have been cleaned up. It reacts with the iron in hemoglobin, causing the blood to glow.

Postpartum Period


The period of time after childbirth, typically lasting up to one year. This is a time of significant physical and emotional changes for women, and it is also a time when they are at increased risk of violence.

Probative Evidence


Evidence that is relevant and tends to prove or disprove a fact in issue. It is evidence that has the potential to persuade a judge or jury.

PING Evidence


Data that shows the location of a cell phone based on its connection to cell towers. This can be used to track the movements of a person.

Concealment of a Dead Body


A crime that involves hiding or disposing of a dead body to prevent its discovery. This is often done to cover up a murder.

Q&A

  • What evidence was found in Momta's home that suggests foul play?

    Investigators found blood stains in the master bedroom and bathroom, a missing bathtub, and suspicious Google searches on the husband's devices.

  • What is the significance of the husband's statement that he is "suffering the most"?

    This statement is considered suspicious because it seems insensitive and self-centered given that his wife is missing. It raises concerns about his empathy and potential involvement in her disappearance.

  • What is Blue Star technology, and how is it used in criminal investigations?

    Blue Star technology is a forensic kit that uses a chemical reagent to detect invisible blood traces at a crime scene. It is highly sensitive and can reveal bloodstains that are not visible to the naked eye.

  • Why is the postpartum period considered a dangerous time for women in abusive relationships?

    The postpartum period is a time of significant physical and emotional changes for women, making them more vulnerable to violence. Homicide and suicide are the leading causes of death for women during this period.

  • What are some of the suspicious Google searches that the husband made?

    The husband searched for information about financial debt after a spouse's death, suggesting he may have been considering the financial implications of his wife's disappearance.

Show Notes

Investigators searching for Mamta Bhatt arrived at her home with search warrants and were shocked to find the house in disarray upon entering the front door.

They noticed packed luggage and, in plain view, passports belonging to Mamta's husband, Naresh, and their daughter, Neema. Inside the home, officers used Bluestar Technology, a forensic tool that reveals invisible blood traces at crime scenes, uncovering pools of blood and blood spatter throughout the house. In the master bedroom, the bed had been moved to block access to the closet. After moving the bed, detectives observed a light pink stain on the carpet, which they suspected to be blood.

Following the discovery of the light pink stain in the master bedroom, investigators noticed what appeared to be a blood trail leading from the bedroom to the master bathroom. Using Bluestar technology in the bathroom, detectives were shocked as the entire bathroom floor illuminated with what appeared to be blood.

In the master bathroom, investigators carefully removed the bathtub and confirmed, with the naked eye, what they believed to be blood—not only around the tub area but also trapped in the caulking. Investigators suspect that Naresh Bhatt killed his wife, dragged her body, creating a blood trail, and concealed it in a location that has yet to be discovered.

Although the body has not been found, investigators believe the amount of blood detected in the master bedroom and bathroom is inconsistent with survival. Naresh Bhatt has been charged with murdering his wife and concealing her body.

Joining Nancy Grace today: 

  • Nadia Navarro - Friend of Mamta and GoFundMe organizer
  • Adrian Pokharel - Acquaintance of Mamta’s husband
  • Dr. Angela Arnold – Psychiatrist, Atlanta GA. Expert in the Treatment of Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Former Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Obstetrics and Gynecology: Emory University, Former Medical Director of The Psychiatric Ob-Gyn Clinic at Grady Memorial Hospital
  • Brian Fitzgibbons – Search and Rescue expert; Vice President, Operations, USPA Nationwide Security; Instagram: uspa_nationwide_security
  • Nana-Sentuo Bonsu - Reporter for FOX 5 Washington D.C. Station Website: X https://x.com/NSBonsu_/IG - https://www.instagram.com/nsbonsu_/?hl=en  

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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MISSING MOM MAMTA, 28: "PINK STAIN" ON CARPET, BLOODY BATHTUB SEIZED, HUSBAND SUSPECT

MISSING MOM MAMTA, 28: "PINK STAIN" ON CARPET, BLOODY BATHTUB SEIZED, HUSBAND SUSPECT

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