The power chainsaw allegedly used in the attack inside a school classroom in Andhra Pradesh’s Anantapur district, where a girl student was killed and another injured. X/@KP_Aashish
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Chainsaw-wielding man storms Andhra Pradesh school, kills girl student

A 21-year-old allegedly stormed a classroom in Anantapur district with a power chainsaw, attacking two girls while a teacher was present; police launch a manhunt.

Bishnu J

ANANTAPUR: A horrific attack inside a government school in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district has left a girl student reportedly dead and another injured after a 21-year-old man allegedly stormed their classroom with a power chainsaw while lessons were underway.

The incident took place at a Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu mandal. According to reports, the accused entered the classroom carrying a chainsaw and attacked the students in the presence of a teacher, triggering panic among those present.

The attack reportedly followed the girl's rejection of the accused's romantic proposal. The second student was injured in the incident.

Police have launched a search to trace the accused, who fled after the attack. Further investigation is underway to establish the circumstances leading to the incident and the motive behind it.