Malappuram : A youth in Puthenparambil committed suicide, after the relatives of a girl thrashed him for having a relationship with her. The girl, who consumed poison later, is in critical state at the hospital.
The attack was reported to the police and complaint registered. Both however attempted suicides later.
The deceased has been identified as Shahin, a native of Pottiyil.
Shahin was stopped and attacked by the girls’ relatives on Sunday night as he rode the bike. Shahin’s mother and sister who rushed to the spot, were also thrashed.
15 persons have been accused in the case so far.