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06 April 
30-year-old victim succumbs to 90% burns in Kolkata’s Maidan; police arrest the accused after the victim names him before death
Kolkata: In a chilling incident from Kolkata, a 30-year-old woman who was allegedly lured on the pretext of a job interview and set on fire has succumbed to her injuries, days after battling for life in the hospital. The case took a crucial turn after her dying declaration led to the arrest of the prime accused.
According to police, the accused, identified as Siddharth Chariwal, allegedly called the woman to the Maidan area, citing a job opportunity or an important meeting. The victim, trusting the offer, reached the isolated location.
Argument Turns Deadly
At the spot, an argument reportedly broke out between the two. In a fit of rage, the accused allegedly poured a flammable substance on the woman and set her ablaze, leading to severe burn injuries.
Fought for Life, Succumbed in Hospital
Passersby and police rushed the victim to SSKM Hospital, where she was admitted with over 90% burn injuries. Despite intensive treatment, she died on Monday after battling for two days.
“He attacked me and set me on fire,” the victim reportedly told police in her final statement.
Dying Declaration Becomes Key Evidence
Before her death, the woman gave a clear dying declaration, identifying Siddharth Chariwal as the attacker. Acting swiftly on this statement, police launched an operation and arrested the accused.
Marriage Rejection Angle Under Probe
The victim’s family revealed that the accused had been pressuring her to marry him for some time. However, she had refused the proposal due to personal and religious reasons and had also declined a job offer from him.
Police suspect that rejection may have triggered the crime, though further investigation is ongoing to establish the full motive.
Investigation Continues
Authorities have registered a case and are probing all angles, including premeditation and possible prior threats. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over women’s safety and misuse of trust in job-related lures.
