Father's say on Suchir Balaji (x/@SuchirJustice)
World News: On November 26, OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji was found dead in his San Francisco apartment, just three months after accusing the AI giant of violating copyright laws during ChatGPT's development. While local police ruled his death a suicide, Balaji's family vehemently disputes this conclusion, alleging foul play and demanding justice.
Balaji’s parents, devastated by the loss of their 26-year-old son, have questioned the official narrative. They hired a private investigator and conducted an independent autopsy, which they claim uncovered evidence that contradicts the police's findings. "He was happy and showed no signs of depression," his family stated during a vigil, attended by friends and supporters.
NEW: Parents of OpenAI whistleblower hire private investigator after their son allegedly took his own life, suggest their son was killed.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 29, 2024
The parents of 26-year-old Suchir Balaji say their son had plans to see them in January, claim there were "signs of a fight."
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The family pointed out troubling details surrounding Suchir's death, including bloodstains in the bathroom and indications of a struggle. "His apartment was ransacked, and the signs suggest he was attacked," said his mother, Poornima Ramarao, in a heartfelt statement. She added, "He made plans to visit us in January. That was the last conversation we had with him. This is not suicide; it’s cold-blooded murder."
Balaji's death has gained widespread attention, with a viral video of his grieving parents speaking about their son touching hearts worldwide. The clip, posted on social media, prompted a reaction from Elon Musk, who wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “This doesn’t seem like a suicide.” Musk's comments have fueled public calls for a deeper investigation.
Update on @suchirbalaji
— Poornima Rao (@RaoPoornima) December 29, 2024
We hired private investigator and did second autopsy to throw light on cause of death. Private autopsy doesn’t confirm cause of death stated by police.
Suchir’s apartment was ransacked , sign of struggle in the bathroom and looks like some one hit him…
Determined to seek justice, the family is pushing for an FBI-led inquiry. Poornima Ramarao’s emotional plea emphasized, “Lobbying in San Francisco won’t deter us from uncovering the truth. We demand accountability and transparency.”
The case has sparked outrage online, with many urging authorities to reconsider the circumstances of Balaji's death. As the story unfolds, the public and Balaji's supporters are rallying to ensure no stone is left unturned.
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