Betrayal and Tragedy: Adolescents’ Rift Ends in Poisoning

A 19-year-old man named Jeeshan Shaikh has been arrested for allegedly poisoning his 16-year-old friend, Shaheen Shaikh, in Govandi. Jeeshan reportedly felt betrayed and mixed pesticide into milk, leading to Shaheen's death. Further investigations are underway under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 06-07-2025 00:00 IST | Created: 06-07-2025 00:00 IST
Betrayal and Tragedy: Adolescents’ Rift Ends in Poisoning
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A young man's sense of betrayal has led to a shocking crime in Govandi. On June 30, 16-year-old Shaheen Shaikh was allegedly poisoned by his friend, Jeeshan Shaikh, and autopsy reports confirmed the cause of death as poisoning.

Police revealed that the accused felt exploited and devised a plan to mix pesticide in the victim's milk. Jeeshan admitted to the crime during interrogation after being discharged from hospital post-incident.

The 19-year-old has been charged with murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The tragic fallout of this friendship illustrates the devastating impact of broken trust, as a police investigation continues to unravel the details.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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