Thane: Tide saves life of woman who jumped into creek to kill herself

Thane: Tide saves life of woman who jumped into creek to kill herself

AgenciesUpdated: Monday, May 24, 2021, 12:20 AM IST
article-image

A 28-year-old woman who jumped into a creek to kill herself survived thanks to a high tide and efforts by rescuers in Thane district, officials said on Sunday.

The woman, a resident of Bhiwandi in Thane district, jumped off the Kasheli bridge joining Thane and Bhiwandi on Saturday morning following a quarrel with her husband over the phone, they said.

However, she was drifted due to a high tide up to the Retibunder area in Mumbra where she was spotted by some people, who in turn alerted the Fire Brigade, officials said.

The woman was counselled by the police and currently, she is staying with her friend, they added.

RECENT STORIES

Mumbai International Airport Conducts Major Fire Simulation Drill To Test Emergency Response

Mumbai International Airport Conducts Major Fire Simulation Drill To Test Emergency Response

Kalyan Police Raid Illegal ‘Joystick Jungle’ Game Zone, Arrest Three And Rescue Minors Skipping...

Kalyan Police Raid Illegal ‘Joystick Jungle’ Game Zone, Arrest Three And Rescue Minors Skipping...

'Goodbye With Good Wishes!': Emotional Passengers Bid Heartfelt Farewell To NMMT Conductor Haridas...

'Goodbye With Good Wishes!': Emotional Passengers Bid Heartfelt Farewell To NMMT Conductor Haridas...

Mumbai University Exams Postponed Due To Maharashtra Local Body Elections 2025 | Check New Dates...

Mumbai University Exams Postponed Due To Maharashtra Local Body Elections 2025 | Check New Dates...

Global Kirtan Artist Radhika Das On His India Homecoming, Spiritual Path & What Audiences Can Expect...

Global Kirtan Artist Radhika Das On His India Homecoming, Spiritual Path & What Audiences Can Expect...