A shocking case of child abuse has emerged from Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad district, where a six-year-old girl was allegedly beaten to death after her clothes got dirty, according to Hindi news portal News 24.
Accused Parents Taken Into Custody
As per a report by Hindustan, the accused have been identified as Akram and his second wife, Nisha Parveen, who have now been taken into police custody. Akram reportedly runs a shoe shop in Paanth Bazaar and lived with Nisha along with his three children from his first wife Fiza, Shifa and Ahil.
Police sources said the couple had a history of physically abusing the children from Akram’s first marriage, a matter that had earlier gone unreported.
Abuse Turns Fatal After Child Plays Near Drain
According to news reports, the incident took a fatal turn when Akram’s six-year-old daughter was playing near a drain and dirtied her clothes. Enraged by this, the couple allegedly began brutally beating the child.
The assault continued until the girl reportedly turned blue and became unresponsive, indicating severe physical trauma.
Child Declared Dead at Hospital
Realising the seriousness of the situation, the couple rushed the child to a hospital in Pilkhuwa, Hapur district. However, doctors declared her dead on arrival, confirming that she had succumbed to her injuries.
Attempt to Bury Body Foiled
According to Hindustan, Wave City ACP Priyashree Pal stated that the accused allegedly tried to secretly bury the child’s body to conceal the crime. Their attempt was foiled after local residents alerted the police, who reached the spot promptly.
The body was sent for post-mortem examination, and the couple was detained at the scene.
Investigation Underway
Police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter, including the alleged long-term abuse of the other children living in the household.
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