Teen Girl's Tragic Leap at Madras High Court: A Custody Case Shock

A custody battle at the Madras High Court took a tragic turn when a 15-year-old girl attempted suicide by jumping from the first floor, causing panic and shock among attendees. Her drastic action has put a spotlight on the emotional toll such disputes can have on children.

During the hearing, the court grappled with a habeas corpus petition filed by the girl's father, who sought custody from her mother, now remarried. The court's decision to place the girl in a care home, due to the mother's remarriage, appeared to have pushed the teenager to desperation.

In the aftermath, court staff administered immediate aid, and the girl was rushed to a hospital. Security at the site was promptly strengthened, with both the Central Industrial Security Force and Tamil Nadu Police carrying out inspections to assess the situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)