Outrage in Jharkhand's Giridih After Missing Toddler Found Dead
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Synopsis
On January 30, 2023, a shocking incident occurred in Pihra village, Jharkhand, where the body of four-year-old Saira Parveen was found in a field, sparking outrage among villagers who demand justice.
Key Takeaways
- Body of four-year-old girl found in Jharkhand.
- Community outrage over suspected murder.
- Police investigating potential suspects.
- Post-mortem examination underway.
- Villagers demand justice for Saira Parveen.
Giridih, Jan 30 (NationPress) A profound sense of shock and outrage engulfed Pihra village in the Gawan block of Jharkhand's Giridih district after the remains of a four-year-old girl were located in a nearby field on Thursday.
The young victim, identified as Saira Parveen, was the daughter of local resident Mohammad Sajid.
Saira had been playing close to her home on Wednesday afternoon when she suddenly vanished. As night fell and she did not return, her distressed family, aided by other villagers, initiated a comprehensive search throughout the night in the vicinity. Unfortunately, they found no trace of the child.
On Thursday afternoon, some villagers stumbled upon Saira's lifeless body in an agricultural field, not far from her residence. Upon the discovery, hundreds of villagers gathered at the site, overwhelmed with grief and furious over the suspected murder.
Local police from the Gawan police station were alerted to the scene. The villagers, filled with rage and seeking justice, asserted that this was undoubtedly a murder case and called for swift action against the perpetrators.
In light of the escalating tension, SDPO Rajendra Prasad of Khori Mahua Sub-Division hurried to the village to manage the situation. He assured the villagers that a comprehensive investigation would be undertaken and that those accountable would be brought to justice.
Authorities have opened a case following a complaint from the girl's family and are exploring all possible angles. Officers are interviewing locals and investigating any potential disputes or hostility involving Saira's family. Possible suspects are being identified and their activities are under close observation.
Meanwhile, the child's body has been sent for a post-mortem examination to ascertain the precise cause of death.
This incident has plunged the villagers into deep mourning, and their anger over this heartbreaking crime remains palpable.
