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Man accused of kidnapping minor dies by suicide in police custody in Hathras
A man accused of kidnapping a minor girl died by suicide while in custody at Chandpa police station in Hathras. The girl was rescued and the accused brought to the police station before he hanged himself in a toilet around 9:50 pm on Thursday night. The station in-charge and a constable on duty were suspended, and a mandatory probe has begun.
Why It Matters
The incident raises concerns about safety protocols in custody and oversight of detainees; authorities have launched an investigation and preserved CCTV footage.
Timeline
3 Events
Article published reporting the incident
April 24, 2026
The article reporting the incident was published on April 24, 2026.
Death of the accused in police custody; suspensions and probe initiated
April 23, 2026
On the night of Thursday, April 23, 2026, around 9:50 pm, the accused in custody reportedly hanged himself in a toilet inside Chandpa police station after requesting the toilet. He was taken to a hospital but died during treatment. The station in-charge and a constable on duty were suspended, a case was registered against them, a mandatory probe was initiated, CCTV footage is being preserved, and legal procedures are being followed.
Complaint lodged; case registered; police search and arrest of accused; girl recovered
April 18, 2026
A complaint was received from the girl's father on April 18, 2026, leading to a case being registered at Chandpa police station. Police said the accused was arrested and the girl was recovered, and she was later sent to a One Stop Centre.