The deceased was recognized as D Sumathi, a resident of Thennur, who was employed at a personal {hardware} outlet close to Gandhi Market. Police advised TOI that the incident occurred round 9.45 p.m. whereas she was utilizing the service elevate to entry the third flooring of the constructing. Her hair reportedly received caught within the elevate's mechanism, leading to deadly head accidents. She died on the spot.
Police lodge a case of suspicious demise
Following the incident, Gandhi Market police arrived on the scene and transferred the physique to Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Authorities Hospital (MGMGH) for autopsy examination. A case has been registered underneath Part 194 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS), referring to suspicious demise.
(With inputs from TOI)