Faridabad Boy Shoots Teen Girl Who Stopped Talking to Him; Full Story Here

A 17-year-old girl was shot at close range in Faridabad after reportedly rejecting a boy’s advances. Miraculously surviving a shot aimed at her head, her attacker fled- police are now racing to track him down.

Faridabad: A 19-year-old man has been booked for attempted murder after allegedly shooting a 17-year-old girl at close range in Shyam Colony, Ballabgarh, Faridabad on Monday evening. The incident reportedly occurred after the girl, a Class XII student, stopped talking to the accused.

Victim Sustains Injuries, Under Treatment

The victim sustained bullet and splinter injuries to her left forearm and shoulder. She was immediately taken to a private hospital, where officials have confirmed that she is currently stable. Authorities described her survival as “miraculous,” given the suspect aimed at her head from close range. 

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Incident Occurred Near Private Library

According to Inspector Shamsher Singh, station house officer of City Ballabgarh police station, the attack took place between 5 pm and 5.30 pm while the girl was returning from a private library. “The suspect had known the victim for about a year, as he also visited the same library to study. However, she had stopped speaking to him about two weeks ago, which appears to have angered him,” Singh said.

Police said CCTV footage shows the suspect lying in wait outside the library before opening fire. He allegedly tried to shoot her in the head but missed, hitting her in the forearm and shoulder instead.

Accused Flees, Weapon Recovered

After the shooting, the accused reportedly threw his country-made pistol at the scene and fled on a motorcycle. Police later recovered the weapon. Multiple teams have been deployed to trace and arrest the suspect. 

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FIR Filed Under IPC Section 307

Based on the victim’s statement, a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered under Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code, which pertains to attempted murder. The investigation is ongoing, with police actively searching for the accused.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Authorities have urged anyone with information or additional CCTV footage of the area to come forward to assist in the investigation. Inspector Singh emphasized the need for community support in tracking down the suspect and preventing similar incidents.

The incident has sparked concern among local residents and parents, highlighting issues of safety near educational institutions and public spaces in Faridabad.