In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through Jharkhand’s Dumka district, a teenage boy was brutally stabbed to death after he stood up against the molestation of a girl. The confrontation quickly escalated into violence, leaving two others injured in the attack.
The tragedy unfolded late evening in a bustling area of Dumka town. Eyewitnesses report that the victim, identified as 17-year-old Rahul Kumar, intervened when a group of youths began harassing a young girl. What started as verbal protests turned deadly when the assailants pulled out knives and launched a vicious assault.
Rahul succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while two bystanders who tried to help were also stabbed and rushed to a local hospital. Police have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators, who fled the scene amid chaos. Initial investigations point to a local gang known for such eve-teasing incidents.
Local residents are furious, demanding stricter patrolling and faster justice. ‘Our children are not safe anymore,’ lamented a shopkeeper near the site. This incident highlights the rising menace of street harassment in small towns, where quick intervention often leads to tragic ends.
Authorities have registered an FIR under sections for murder and attempt to murder. Community leaders are organizing protests, calling for immediate arrests and better street lighting. As Dumka mourns the loss of a brave young life, the quest for justice intensifies.