A 19-year-old student in Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly district has allegedly died by suicide, hours after reportedly being assaulted and harassed by her uncle who was under the influence of alcohol. The incident has led to a police complaint filed by the victim’s family against the accused, her father’s younger brother.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the family has alleged that the accused, identified as Sachin alias Raja, aged 28, frequently engaged in inappropriate behaviour at home, instigated disputes, and resorted to violence. The 12th-class student allegedly died by suicide late Sunday night following another instance of drunken aggression.
The deceased’s father claimed that on Sunday evening, while he was out buying sweets, his younger brother allegedly entered the house in an inebriated state. He further alleged that Sachin then assaulted his wife and daughter. Upon returning home, the victim informed her father, and they proceeded to the local police station to lodge a complaint against the uncle.
Later that night, the young student allegedly hanged herself at her residence. Family members discovered her and immediately rushed her to a local hospital. Medical professionals at the hospital pronounced her dead. The victim’s mother corroborated the allegations, stating that Sachin is addicted to alcohol and other intoxicants. She detailed a pattern of frequent inappropriate conduct at home, often escalating into arguments and physical violence.
According to police reports, the suicide occurred around 1 AM on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday. The Subhashnagar police station SHO, Satish Kumar, confirmed on Monday that a case has been registered against Sachin. He added that efforts are currently underway to apprehend the accused. The body of the deceased has been sent for a post-mortem examination, and further investigation is pending the results.
The father of the deceased has also reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the police, alleging that no action was taken against the accused despite a prior complaint being lodged by the family. This accusation adds a layer of concern regarding the timely response and intervention by law enforcement in cases of domestic disputes and alleged harassment.
The incident brings to the forefront the devastating consequences of substance abuse and domestic violence, particularly on young individuals. Bareilly, a district in Uttar Pradesh, is grappling with this tragedy as authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the student’s death and the alleged actions of her uncle. The focus remains on apprehending Sachin and bringing him to justice as per the legal proceedings.
The Chenab Times News Desk
