Zubeen Garg Death: Singapore Police Confirm Accidental Drowning Linked to Severe Intoxication
Singapore authorities have officially ruled out foul play in the tragic demise of popular Indian singer Zubeen Garg. In a statement to the coroner's court this Wednesday, police investigators confirmed that the 52-year-old musician drowned off Lazarus Island last September due to severe intoxication and the failure to wear a safety vest.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The incident occurred on September 19, 2025, during a private yacht party attended by over 20 friends and colleagues. Garg was in Singapore to perform at the North East India Festival. According to the chief investigating officer, the singer initially entered the water wearing a life jacket but later removed it. Despite being offered a second, smaller safety vest, he declined and swam alone toward the island.
Witnesses reported seeing Garg struggle before going limp and floating face-down. Although he was quickly pulled back onto the vessel and administered CPR, he could not be revived.
High Alcohol Levels and Medical History
Toxicology reports revealed a blood alcohol concentration of 333 milligrams per 100 millilitres, nearly four times the legal driving limit in Singapore. This level of intoxication would have severely impaired his coordination and reflexes. The court also noted Garg's medical history of hypertension and epilepsy, though forensic pathologists could not definitively confirm if he suffered a seizure in the water.
Witness Accounts and Conspiracy Theories
The captain of the yacht, Crazy Monkey, testified that Garg appeared unsteady even before boarding and had to be supported by friends. The captain stated he explicitly warned the group that the singer was too drunk to swim without a life jacket.
While police in India have made several arrests regarding alleged conspiracies and poisoning, Singaporean investigators have firmly rejected these claims. They maintained that witness testimonies and forensic evidence point solely to accidental drowning, stating there was no indication of foul play or suicidal intent.
