Andhra Pradesh Teen Dies After Being Set on Fire by Stalker
A 17-year-old girl in Nandyala district was killed after rejecting a 21-year-old man's advances, sparking a police investigation and calls for swift justice.
- The victim, a 17-year-old girl, was attacked by a 21-year-old man, Raghavendra, who had been stalking her for over three years after she repeatedly rejected his advances.
- The incident occurred at the home of the victim's grandparents in Nandyala district, where she had moved to escape the accused's harassment.
- Raghavendra poured petrol on the girl and set her on fire after locking her in a room; he also suffered severe burns and was apprehended by neighbors while trying to flee.
- The Andhra Pradesh police have charged the accused with murder and are conducting a thorough investigation, with forensic teams collecting evidence from the scene.
- State Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha has directed police to fast-track the investigation and ensure stringent action against the perpetrator.
NDTV 
Hindustan Times 
