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Bengaluru boy, 16, dies after jumping from seventh floor of his apartment

He was a first year Pre-University Course student at a Bengaluru school.

Published on: Nov 18, 2024, 15:31:49 IST
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A 16-year-old boy died after allegedly jumping from the seventh floor of his apartment in Geddalahalli, Bengaluru, on Sunday, as reported by PTI.

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He was a first year Pre-University Course student at a Bengaluru school, they said, adding, the incident happened on Sunday.

"We are investigating the reason behind him taking such an extreme step," a senior police officer told PTI.

More details awaited.

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