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Nurse from District Hospital Kishtwar Arrested in Rape and Death of 14-Year-Old Girl
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🗓 29 Aug 2026, 09:40 PM
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A nurse posted at District Hospital Kishtwar has been taken into custody as part of the investigation into the rape and suspicious death of a 14‑year‑old girl in Jammu and Kashmir.
The police have arrested a registered nurse who was posted at District Hospital Kishtwar after her alleged involvement emerged during the probe into the rape and subsequent death of a 14‑year‑old girl from the region. The investigation, which began after the minor was found dead under suspicious circumstances, has now identified the nurse as a suspect.
According to officials, forensic and testimonial evidence pointed to the nurse’s presence at the victim’s residence on the night of the alleged assault. Her role surfaced when investigators cross‑checked hospital staff records with statements from the victim’s family and neighbours.
Kishtwar police spokesperson confirmed that the nurse has been placed in judicial custody and will be interrogated further. The case remains under active investigation, and authorities have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
The incident has heightened concerns in the community about safety and the conduct of medical personnel, prompting local leaders to call for a swift and transparent legal process.
According to officials, forensic and testimonial evidence pointed to the nurse’s presence at the victim’s residence on the night of the alleged assault. Her role surfaced when investigators cross‑checked hospital staff records with statements from the victim’s family and neighbours.
Kishtwar police spokesperson confirmed that the nurse has been placed in judicial custody and will be interrogated further. The case remains under active investigation, and authorities have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
The incident has heightened concerns in the community about safety and the conduct of medical personnel, prompting local leaders to call for a swift and transparent legal process.