Shock waves and outrage swept the metropolis today as the decomposed body of a dead, 8-year-old girl was found inside Shankar Vihar Military Area in Delhi. The missing girl had been reported to police since last evening when some locals saw her hanged from a rod within a deserted building. The little girl’s body is shocking to residents.
The discovery sparked a firestorm of anger and grief within the community. Relatives and the locals, suspecting it to be a case of foul play, alleged the girl had been brutally raped and murdered. Their anguish turned into protests as people blocked the vital National Highway Jaipur Road, seeking quick and stringent action against the perpetrators.
Officials express remorse over death of 8-year-old girl found in Military Area Delhi
Delhi Cantonment Station Commander expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident. He extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and assured them that support from military authorities would remain unwavering. The Station Commander further stated that military authorities will cooperate fully with Delhi Police in the course of the investigation.
“The local military authorities are extending full support to the grieving family during this difficult time and cooperating closely with the police, who are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter,” said the Station Commander of the Delhi Cantonment.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family, and we remain in constant touch with them to provide any assistance they may require,”
Case registered to explore further
The law enforcement has registered a case and is rigorously scrutinizing CCTV footage in the neighborhood to determine what led up to this sad death. The body of the victim has been sent to the government hospital for a proper autopsy. Now, the actual cause of death will be established, along with key evidence in the case.
Notably, the whole town is now in the gloom with the horrific incident that involved the killing of a poor victim. As a result, the citizens demanded swift justice for this kind of innocent victim. Calls for enhanced safety measures and stricter laws to prevent crimes against children have again become renewed.
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