Young girl dies in brutal crime as public demands harsh punishment
- Four-year-old girl killed in brutally in Malegaon, India
- Authorities and community demand swift trial and strict punishment
Massive protests erupted in Malegaon, India, following the brutal assault and killing of a four-year-old girl.
A full shutdown was imposed across the town as thousands joined a large foot march demanding the death penalty for the arrested suspect.
The child was attacked and killed in Dongrale village on November 16.
Police have arrested one person in connection with the crime and extended their custody until November 27.
Some protesters attempted to storm the local court, but were stopped by police, officials said.
State Food and Drug Administration Minister Narhari Zirwal visited the victim’s family in a Malegaon village, accompanied by Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange.
Zirwal described the crime as "horrific" and pledged a fast-track trial, seeking the death penalty, and appointing a prominent public prosecutor for the case.