A shocking incident unfolded in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura after a woman allegedly threw her five-year-old daughter into the Yamuna and then attempted to jump in herself before passersby intervened, police said.
According to officials, the incident occurred near a riverbank area where the woman had reportedly gone with the child. Eyewitnesses claimed she suddenly lifted the girl and threw her into the river, triggering panic among people present at the spot. Some bystanders immediately raised an alarm and rushed to rescue the child, while others restrained the woman as she allegedly tried to leap into the water.
Local police and emergency teams were alerted and reached the scene shortly after. The child was pulled out of the river and taken to a nearby hospital. Authorities said her condition was being monitored, though detailed medical updates were not immediately available.
The woman has been taken into custody for questioning. Preliminary investigation suggests that she may have been under severe emotional distress, but officials said all angles, including family disputes or mental health concerns, are being examined. A case has been registered under relevant sections of law.
The incident has left residents shaken, with many expressing disbelief over the act. Police have urged the public not to speculate and assured that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the circumstances that led to the episode.
Authorities also reiterated the importance of timely intervention and support in situations involving mental health or domestic stress, stressing that help from family, community or professional services can prevent such tragic incidents.
