Jilted man attacks ex-fiancée, her sister with acid in Hapur
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Hapur, India, after allegedly attacking his ex-fiancée and her sister with acid following a rejected marriage proposal. The victims are in stable condition, and police are currently investigating the incident.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of gender-based violence and the need for stricter enforcement of laws regarding domestic disputes and hazardous materials.
MEERUT: Enraged over a rejected marriage proposal, a 22-year-old man allegedly broke into a house in Madhapur village, Hapur, and attacked a 21-year-old woman and her 19-year-old sister with acid while they slept on Sunday.The victims, who sustained burn injuries to their hands and shoulders, were initially taken to a local hospital before being transferred to a medical facility in Meerut. Officials said both women are currently in stable condition. The suspect, Harsh Bhati, a resident of Awas Vikas Colony, was arrested.According to the victims' father, Roshan, the family had previously agreed to marry his elder daughter to Bhati. However, they recently called off the alliance after discovering Bhati's heavy drinking and behavioural issues. "He was angry over the decision and threatened us.
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