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Crime
Andhra Couple Leaves 3-Year-Old on Bridge, Jumps into River
✍️ India Today
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 12:48 PM
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An Andhra couple reportedly left their 3‑year‑old son on a bridge before jumping into the river, sparking an investigation.
Police received a call early this morning about a distressing incident on a bridge in Andhra Pradesh. According to witnesses, a couple entered the bridge with their 3‑year‑old son, left the child on the railing, and then jumped into the river below. The child was found by rescue teams and taken to a nearby hospital.
The local police have launched an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the couple’s actions. No motive has been disclosed, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The incident has raised concerns about child safety on public structures.
The Andhra Pradesh Police have requested the public to exercise caution when using bridges and to report any suspicious activity. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
The local police have launched an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the couple’s actions. No motive has been disclosed, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The incident has raised concerns about child safety on public structures.
The Andhra Pradesh Police have requested the public to exercise caution when using bridges and to report any suspicious activity. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.