New Delhi: A Class 12 student was found dead with burn injuries behind the guard room of a government school in Delhi’s Krishna Nagar on Saturday. Police have launched an investigation, and preliminary indications point to suicide.

What happened

Police received a PCR call about a fire on the school premises in Krishna Nagar, in the Shahdara district of east Delhi. Officers from the Krishna Nagar police station reached the spot, along with fire brigade personnel, and found the student behind the guard room.

Police described her as about 18 years old. Her family told officers she was 17.

What police recovered

Police said they recovered a three-page note from the student, along with items from the spot and from her school bag. The contents of the note have not been made public, and officials have not said what may have led to the incident. A crime and forensic team inspected the scene and collected evidence.

Family and school

The student’s family rushed to the school after being informed. The incident caused panic among teachers and students on the premises.

Investigation

Police are examining the evidence and piecing together the events leading up to the student’s death. They are expected to speak to her family, teachers and classmates. No further official details were available at the time of writing.

This report will be updated as more information is confirmed.

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