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Chainsaw attack in Andhra: Class 10 girl critical after rejecting man's proposal

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

In short

The brutal assault occurred inside an Andhra Pradesh classroom when the assailant targeted tenth-grader Gopika with a chainsaw. Classmate Lakshmi suffered injuries while courageously intervening to halt the assault before the attacker fled the school premises. Teachers and students mobilized immediately to transport the critically injured student to a medical facility for emergency treatment. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has since directed police officials to prioritize a swift investigation and ensure the victim receives comprehensive medical care.

Key points

  • Police identified the absconding suspect as a distant relative who launched the assault a…: Police identified the absconding suspect as a distant relative who launched the assault after the student rejected his advances.
  • Law enforcement agencies have registered a formal criminal case and mobilized search team…: Law enforcement agencies have registered a formal criminal case and mobilized search teams to track down the fleeing suspect.
  • Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu directed law enforcement and medical authorities to…: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu directed law enforcement and medical authorities to ensure rigorous legal action and proper emergency care.

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TIRUPATI: A tenth-grade female student sustained critical injuries after a jilted man attacked her with a chainsaw used for cutting trees inside the classroom Zilla Parishad high school in Raptadu mandal headquarters of Anantapur district.

According to information, the accused entered the 10th classroom at the ZP high school with a chainsaw and launched an unprecedented attack on the victim identified as Gopika.

Even as the fellow students were watching in horror, the accused cut the entire face of Gopika and also caused injuries on her head and back.

Another student Lakshmi, who attempted to intervene and halt the assault was also injured in the incident.

The accused absconded away from the spot as Gopika remained in a pool of blood inside the classroom.

Fellow students and teachers acted swiftly upon witnessing the attack and immediately alerted the local police. The victim was shifted by the school teachers and students to the nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment.

Police arrived at the scene, registered a case, and initiated a detailed investigation. Law enforcement authorities have intensified efforts and launched a…

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