Mumbai Police rescue 21-year-old man from suicide attempt

The police subsequently counselled the young man and his parents following the incident. Representational Pic

Antop Hill Police in Mumbai rescued a 21-year-old man who allegedly attempted suicide in the Bengali Pura area on the evening of October 25, following a reported argument with his parents.

According to the police officials, the incident took place around 8.10 pm, when the police received information that a young man was allegedly attempting suicide.

Acting swiftly, a police team comprising Police Inspector Archana Patil, Police Constable Amit Khandare, Police Constable Bhanudas Chavan and Police Constable Nikam rushed to the spot.

The officers managed to persuade the young man to abandon the attempt and brought him to safety.

Youth and parents counselled

The police subsequently counselled the young man and his parents following the incident.

Senior police officials commended the officers for their timely intervention and presence of mind, which helped save the young man's life.

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