Archive · 30 Jul 2025
Odisha Police: Probe into Girl's Burning Nears Completion
A 15-year-old girl was set on fire near her home in Puri, and the police are working to solve the case.
She's in the hospital in Delhi and doing okay.
The police are being very careful because the girl's health is the most important thing right now.
They've taken her statement several times, which they hope will help them figure out what happened.
A man who helped her said three people set her on fire.
The police are still looking for clues to find out who did it and why.
They're not talking about the motive yet because they are focusing on helping the girl.
A 15-year-old girl was allegedly set on fire near the Bhargavi River in Puri district.
Odisha Police stated the investigation into the incident is in the final stages.
The victim is receiving treatment at AIIMS-Delhi and is in stable condition.
Police have recorded the victim's statement multiple times, considered crucial to the case.
Police are handling the case with utmost sensitivity, prioritizing the victim's health.
- Who
- Unidentified persons are alleged to be involved.
- What
- A 15-year-old girl was allegedly set on fire.
- When
- July 19, morning.
- Where
- Near the Bhargavi River in Balanga area, Puri district.
- Why
- The motive behind the crime is currently unknown.
Original Account
Police Investigation
Perpetrators
Original Account
The victim stated three people kidnapped and set her on fire.
Police Investigation
Police investigation has not confirmed the involvement of three persons.
- Victim's Age
- 15
- Location
- Puri district, Odisha
- Burn Injuries
- 70 percent
- Current Treatment
- AIIMS-Delhi
- Investigation Stage
- Final stages