What Led to the Suspicious Death of a Class 12 Student in Patna?
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Patna, Feb 13 (NationPress) As the debate surrounding the recent demise of a NEET aspirant in Patna unfolds, the suspicious death of another class 12 student has escalated public anger throughout the Bihar capital.
On Friday, furious locals initiated a protest, obstructing the road near the AIIMS roundabout, leading to significant traffic disruptions and long lines of vehicles on both ends.
Incidents of arson were also reported in various areas. Law enforcement arrived swiftly to manage the situation, calming protesters and clearing the roadblock.
Former MLA and local leader Gopal Ravidas visited the victim’s family, demanding the identification and arrest of the perpetrators within 24 hours, along with the establishment of a judicial inquiry commission.
He expressed skepticism regarding the credibility of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), citing a prevalent distrust in the Bihar Police.
“This case deserves a judicial inquiry rather than an SIT investigation. The public's faith in the police is waning. Such incidents keep recurring in Bihar. The government speaks of the rule of law, but what does that truly mean?” questioned Gopal Ravidas.
In light of the severity of the situation, Kartikeya Kumar Sharma, the Senior Superintendent of Police in Patna, personally visited the site and provided directives to the investigative team.
Police units are currently reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity and gathering technical evidence.
Additional police personnel have been deployed, resulting in a tense but controlled atmosphere in the area.
The tragic event took place on Thursday morning, when a 17-year-old girl, who was preparing for competitive exams, was found dead under dubious circumstances at a coaching institute in Phulwari Sharif.
Family members assert that the student was possibly murdered and thrown from the fourth floor of the building.
They reported that the body displayed multiple injuries, reinforcing their belief in foul play.
Following the incident, authorities arrived at the location, secured the body, and sent it for a post-mortem examination at AIIMS Patna.
The autopsy was conducted under the oversight of a medical board.
Officials indicated that the post-mortem report is anticipated within three to four days, after which the precise cause of death will be established.
After the examination, the family conducted the student’s final rites.
This incident has once again ignited serious concerns regarding student safety at coaching institutes and amplified calls for accountability and judicial oversight.