VIJAYAWADA: A 17-year-old girl and a 35-year-old man, who were reportedly in a relationship, attempted suicide by consuming pesticide on Wednesday. Both were rushed to the hospital in an unconscious condition, where the man’s condition is said to be critical while the girl is out of danger. The incident was reported from Buchireddypalem village in Nellore district.
Buchireddypalem sub-inspector Koteswara Rao said the man, identified as G Ramaiah, was in an extramarital relationship with his 17-year-old niece. He decided to take the step after coming to know that the girl’s family was looking for an alliance for her. He is believed to have suggested the suicide pact to the girl.
On Wednesday morning, both consumed poison but were discovered by their family members before their condition could become critical. They were rushed to Nellore government general hospital. Police have booked him under relevant sections of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and abetment to suicide.
