Salem police deny reports of girl trying to end life inside Attur station
The Salem district police have denied reports of a 17-year-old girl attempting to end her life inside the Attur police station. The girl had reportedly tried to take her life prior to arriving at the station to file a complaint. Police personnel took her to the hospital for treatment, and an inquiry is ongoing to understand her situation.
- ▪The police clarified that the girl attempted to end her life before visiting the station.
- ▪Upon arrival, she informed the police about her earlier attempt.
- ▪The police have initiated an inquiry to determine the reasons behind her actions.
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The Salem district police denied reports that a 17-year-old girl tried to end her life inside the all women police station in Attur on Friday (May 22).In a clarification, Superintendent of Police Gautam Goyal said the girl had attempted to end her life before going to the police station to lodge a complaint. After reaching the station, she informed the police about it, following which the personnel rushed her to a hospital for treatment. He said an inquiry was under way to ascertain the reason behind her decision.Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State’s health helpline (104) and Sneha’s suicide prevention helpline (044-2464 0050).
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