Thane: The body of a 12-year-old girl from Kalyan, Thane district, was discovered on Tuesday morning, just a day after she went missing. The girl, whose identity has not been disclosed, was last seen near her home in Kalyan on Monday. Authorities were alerted after her parents reported her missing and launched a search.
According to Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy SP) Rahul Zalte, the girl’s body was found at around 10 AM by passersby in Bapgaon village, near a graveyard wall. The discovery was made just hours after the girl’s family had filed a missing person complaint at the Kolsewadi police station on Monday evening, following an extensive search of the area.
The parents were able to identify the body at the site, confirming their worst fears. The police have yet to determine the cause of death, and an investigation is underway to uncover the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and subsequent death.
While details surrounding the case remain scarce, local residents and the family are in shock, grappling with the loss of a young girl. Authorities have promised to conduct a thorough investigation to ensure justice for the child and to bring those responsible to account.
This incident has raised serious concerns about safety in the area, with local authorities urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.
