In a gruesome act of violence that has left the nation shocked, a 19-year-old schoolgirl was brutally murdered in full public view at the district hospital in Narsinghpur, Madhya Pradesh.
The horrific crime took place around 3 PM on Friday when the victim, identified as Sandhya Chaudhary, was reportedly attending a training program prescribed by her school.
According to police officials, Abhishek Koshti, the accused — reportedly obsessed with the girl — suddenly appeared at the hospital, pulled out a knife, and slit her throat in front of doctors, nurses, and several bystanders. Shockingly, no one intervened as the crime unfolded in under two minutes.
Killer Attempts Suicide, Then Flees
Soon after committing the heinous act, the accused attempted to kill himself but failed. He then tried to escape but was apprehended by police later in the day.
Gruesome Murder Captured On Phone
A video of the gruesome murder went viral on social media and was captured by bystanders in the hospital, who did not intervene to stop the crime.
In the footage, the man can be seen engaging in a brief conversation with Sandhya, before physically assaulting her and slashing her throat.
Superintendent of Police Mrigakhi Deka confirmed the details, stating, "A woman, a class 12 student, was standing at the district hospital when her lover suddenly stabbed her in the neck. She died on the spot. The accused also tried to harm himself and later fled. He has now been arrested."
Relationship Angle Being Probed
Preliminary investigation suggests the accused had been in a relationship with the victim for the past two years. Police have recovered the murder weapon and are currently waiting to record statements from the victim’s parents.
SP Deka added that CCTV footage from the hospital is being reviewed and multiple eyewitnesses were present during the crime.
“We are conducting a detailed investigation. The knife has been seized, and we are yet to take the family’s official statement,” she said.
Public Shocked by Bystander Inaction
The incident has triggered outrage and disbelief over the apathy shown by onlookers — including hospital staff — who failed to act or call for help during the murder.
Investigation Ongoing
A case of murder has been registered and further investigations are underway. The police have assured that strict legal action will be taken, and all angles — including mental health and premeditated intent — are being explored.
