A 16-year-old girl attempted suicide by consuming poisonous substances in the Palla police station area. She was admitted to a nearby hospital in critical condition, where her condition remains stable.
The family of student alleged that she was harassed by a youth. An FIR was registered against the suspect accused, under the Section 6 of POCSO Act at Palla police station.
The victim befriended a young man through social media, who works as an AC mechanic.
The family alleged that on Wednesday, the victim was upset with him and she consumed poison.
“Based on the complaint of the victim’s family, an FIR has been registered against the accused youth on under Section 6 of POCSO act. Her statement will be recorded once the victim recovers. The team is searching for the accused”, said inspector Satya Prakash, SHO of Palla Police Station.
