Teen’s fatal shooting in Siraha still a mystery as forensic probe begins
Summary
A 15-year-old boy was killed by a gunshot during unrest in Siraha, but Nepal’s security agencies have denied firing the fatal bullet as investigators begin ballistic and forensic analysis. Authorities are now trying to determine who fired the shot amid mounting anger from the victim’s family and local residents.
Key Points
- A 15-year-old boy, Ganesh Yadav, was shot dead during violence in Golbazar, Siraha, intensifying anger and demands for justice.
- Nepal Police, the Armed Police Force and the Nepali Army have all denied firing live ammunition, deepening the mystery over who fired the fatal shot.
- The home ministry has expanded the probe with forensic and ballistic experts to identify the weapon and determine responsibility.
- The victim’s family says the government is responsible, while rights officials say no conclusive answer has yet been established.
