Puttur: Tragedy struck in Puttur on August 24 as an 18-year-old girl, Gauri, was allegedly murdered just meters away from the Women’s Police Station.
The suspect, Padmaraj, was swiftly apprehended by the police. Gauri had called her mother for help due to harassment by Padmaraj. Before her mother could reach her, the assailant reportedly engaged in a brief conversation with Gauri before attacking her and fleeing the scene. Despite efforts to save her, Gauri succumbed to her injuries at a local hospital.
The incident has sparked concerns about safety in the region.
