Sunday, January 13, 2013

Jan 13, 2013: Minor sets herself afire after being molested

PTI | Jan 13, 2013, 05.35 PM IST
LUCKNOW: A minor girl today allegedly attempted suicide by setting herself ablaze after being harassed by a youth in Jhinjhana area of Shamli district, police said.

The 16-year-old girl was allegedly harassed by the youth, identified as Sunil in Hathchhoya village yesterday, they said.

Apparently upset over the incident, the victim sprinkled kerosene and immolated herself this morning, they said, adding that she was immediately rushed to the hospital with 40 per cent burn injuries.

Her condition was stated to be serious, police said, adding that a hunt has been launched to nab the accused.
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