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Crime
Rajasthan medical store torched after death of 17‑year‑old CA student
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 03:01 AM
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A medical store in Rajasthan was set ablaze shortly after a 17‑year‑old student preparing for the CA exam was found dead, prompting a police investigation.
A medical store in Rajasthan was set on fire in the hours following the death of a 17‑year‑old student who was preparing for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) examination. The incident was reported by local witnesses who said flames quickly engulfed the shop, causing extensive damage to the premises.
The teenager’s death, which occurred earlier that day, has been linked by authorities to the arson, although the exact motive remains under investigation. Police officials have not released the name of the deceased or details about the circumstances of his death.
Law enforcement agencies have launched a criminal investigation, treating the blaze as a possible case of retaliation or hate‑driven violence. Officers are canvassing the area, collecting CCTV footage and interviewing residents to identify any suspects.
No arrests have been reported so far, and the police have appealed to the public for information that could aid the inquiry. The incident underscores rising concerns about safety and law‑and‑order challenges in the state.
The teenager’s death, which occurred earlier that day, has been linked by authorities to the arson, although the exact motive remains under investigation. Police officials have not released the name of the deceased or details about the circumstances of his death.
Law enforcement agencies have launched a criminal investigation, treating the blaze as a possible case of retaliation or hate‑driven violence. Officers are canvassing the area, collecting CCTV footage and interviewing residents to identify any suspects.
No arrests have been reported so far, and the police have appealed to the public for information that could aid the inquiry. The incident underscores rising concerns about safety and law‑and‑order challenges in the state.