A 43-year old woman attempted suicide by jumping off Peeragarhi flyover on Sunday afternoon. The victim has been identified as Basanti, a resident of Chhawala area.
According to police, the incident took place around 12.30 pm. Basanti reached Peeragarhi flyover and allegedly jumped off it. locals gathered at the spot and made a PCR call. A police team rushed to the spot. The woman was rushed to Maharaja Agrasen Hospital where she is reportedly critical. She sustained fractures to her leg and has head injuries. Basanti is married and has two sons who work in a private firm. Prima facie, it appears she was under mental stress due to family problems.
A case under appropriate Sections of IPC has been registered at Mianwali Police station. Further investigations are underway.