Archive · 3 Oct 2025
Girl Killed by Stray Bullet; Police Probe Licensed Gun Owners
A 10-year-old girl named Riya was playing near a temple in Bhopal when she was hit by a bullet.
Sadly, the bullet injured her, and she passed away at the hospital.
The police think the bullet came from a licensed gun fired in the air, perhaps during a celebration.
Now, the police are questioning people who have licensed guns in the area.
They are also looking at security camera videos to find out who fired the shot.
The girl's family is very sad and wants the police to find the person responsible.
A 10-year-old girl died from a gunshot wound in Bhopal.
The incident occurred near a Durga Puja pandal.
Police suspect celebratory firing from a licensed firearm caused the death.
Licensed firearm holders are under investigation.
Police are reviewing CCTV footage for clues.
- Who
- Riya Rajak, a 10-year-old girl.
- What
- Died from a gunshot wound.
- When
- Thursday night.
- Where
- Kolar Road, near a Durga Puja pandal in Bhopal.
- Why
- It is suspected the shot was the result of celebratory firing from a licensed firearm.
- Victim
- 10-year-old Riya Rajak
- Location
- Kolar Road, Bhopal
- Cause of Death
- Gunshot wound
- Suspects
- Unidentified
- Investigation
- Licensed firearm holders questioned, CCTV footage reviewed