3. The Noida police mishandled the investigation on several fronts. The media was allowed access to the crime scene before all evidence had been collected. Policemen handling the case suggested at press conferences that Nupur and Rajesh Talwar were of questionable character; they also made allegations about Aarushi that violated basic legal protection offered to children.



4. At the request of Aarushi's parents, the case was handed to the CBI for investigation.