A heroic stand against harassment ended in unimaginable tragedy in Jharkhand’s Dumka, where a minor boy was stabbed to death by a gang of hooligans. Two more people suffered stab wounds in the frenzied attack that has left the community reeling.
The incident occurred around 8 PM near a local market. The victim, a class 10 student, noticed the girl being teased and immediately raised his voice. The attackers, reportedly in their early 20s and under the influence, retaliated with lethal force, slashing the boy repeatedly.
He was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead due to excessive blood loss. The wounded individuals, a vendor and another teen, are stable after treatment. Forensic teams scoured the area, collecting evidence including blood-stained weapons discarded by the fleeing suspects.
Police Superintendent confirmed the arrests of two suspects within hours, with sketches of others circulated. ‘We won’t rest until all are behind bars,’ he assured. Women’s rights groups have condemned the violence, linking it to a pattern of unchecked misogyny.
In the aftermath, schools in Dumka held special assemblies to discuss safety. This case serves as a stark reminder: speaking out against wrong is vital, but systemic changes are needed to protect those who do. The town unites in grief and resolve.