The chemist identified a cadaveric alkaloid among the samples from the decomposed carcass, supporting the theory of poisoning.

Researchers studied the decomposition process to identify cadaveric alkaloids that could serve as postmortem markers.

The forensic team noted unusual cadaveric spasms that suggested the victim had been clutching the weapon at death.

The forensic team concluded that the victim's clenched hands were caused by cadaveric spasm, indicating she died suddenly while grasping the object.