A 48 year old man allegedly shot his 19 year old daughter in the head while she was asleep after she refused to marry a man chosen by him and insisted on marrying the person she loved. The young woman sustained critical injuries in the incident in Bhongaon town of Mainpuri district, Uttar Pradesh.
Daughter Shot While Sleeping
According to police, the incident took place on Monday in Bhongaon town of Mainpuri district. The accused allegedly shot his daughter in the head while she was asleep. The young woman suffered serious injuries and was rushed for medical treatment. Her condition was reported to be critical.
Dispute Over Marriage
Police said the alleged attack followed a dispute over the young woman's marriage. Her father reportedly wanted her to marry a man chosen by him, but she refused and insisted on marrying the person she loved. The disagreement allegedly escalated into violence, resulting in the shooting.
Police Investigate the Incident
The incident has raised serious concerns about violence linked to family pressure and decisions regarding marriage. Police have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Further details about the accused, the weapon used and the legal action taken against him were not available in the information provided.
Concerns Over Personal Choice in Marriage
The case has once again highlighted the importance of an individual's right to choose their life partner without facing threats or violence. As the investigation continues, the immediate priority remains the young woman's medical treatment and the establishment of the full circumstances behind the alleged attack.