What Happened to Kerala Teen Pushed Off Moving Train?
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Key Takeaways
- Sreekutty was violently pushed from a train, highlighting safety concerns.
- The incident occurred aboard the Kerala Express.
- The accused has been apprehended and confessed.
- Community support for Sreekutty is overwhelming.
- Authorities are being urged to enhance passenger safety measures.
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 3 (NationPress) A 19-year-old girl named Sreekutty, who was forcefully pushed from a moving train, is currently in a life-threatening condition and is fighting for her life at the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital.
Her devastated grandmother expressed her shock, stating, "We are all praying for her swift recovery," while struggling to contain her tears.
This shocking occurrence took place on Sunday aboard the Kerala Express near Varkala, where a reportedly intoxicated passenger allegedly pushed Sreekutty out of the moving train.
The suspect, identified as Suresh Kumar (48) from Panachamoodu, was subdued by other passengers and subsequently handed over to the Railway Protection Force.
As per the account of Sreekutty's friend Archana, who was accompanying her, the assault occurred around 8:45 p.m. in the general compartment.
The two were returning from a brief study-related trip from Aluva.
Archana recounted that the man, who appeared to be under the influence, had been leaning inappropriately against them.
When Sreekutty objected, he unexpectedly kicked her in the stomach, sending her out through the open door.
Archana was also kicked but managed to hold onto the door’s iron bar until other passengers pulled her back inside.
The injured girl was discovered near the Ayanthi overbridge, approximately 1.5 km from the Varkala railway station.
As ambulances were unable to reach the location, she was transported to the station by a MEMU train before being rushed to Sree Narayana Mission Hospital and then transferred to the Medical College.
Medical professionals reported that Sreekutty is suffering from internal bleeding, and her condition remains extremely critical.
The police have stated that the suspect is currently being interrogated, while the entire state joins in prayer for the recovery of the young student.
Suresh Kumar is in police custody and has confessed to his crime. Authorities are set to present him before a local court.