Kasargod: Woman set on fire by harasser dies after week-long battle for life

Kasargod: Woman set on fire by harasser dies after week-long battle for life

Mangalore Today News Network

Kasargod, April 15, 2025: In a shocking incident reported from Bedadka, a 22-year-old woman who was undergoing treatment for severe burn injuries at a hospital in Mangaluru has succumbed to her injuries.

The victim, identified as Ramitha (22), a resident of Bedadka and the owner of a grocery shop in Mannadka, was allegedly set on fire by a man in an act of revenge after she filed a police complaint against him. The incident took place on April 8.

The accused has been identified as Ramakrith (57), a native of Tamil Nadu and the owner of a nearby furniture store. According to sources, Ramakrith had been frequently harassing Ramitha, often under the influence of alcohol. After enduring repeated harassment, Ramitha lodged a complaint against him at the Bedadka police station.

Reportedly enraged by the complaint, the accused entered Ramitha’s shop around 3 PM on April 8, poured thinner on her, and set her on fire.

Ramitha was rushed to a hospital in Mangaluru with critical burn injuries but sadly passed away on Monday night.

Eyewitnesses reported that the accused attempted to flee the scene after the attack but was apprehended by local residents and handed over to the police.