Class X student attacked with chainsaw inside Andhra school; suspect injured in police encounter

A high school student in Andhra Pradesh fell victim to a shocking attack when an assailant wielded a chainsaw inside her school building in Rapthadu, located in Anantapur district. The incident unfolded when the Class X student was targeted with the electric power tool, triggering immediate alarm among the school community.

Another student, who rushed to aid her classmate, also sustained injuries during the confrontation. The intervention by the second student highlighted the dangerous nature of the assault and the quick response of those present at the school.

Police swiftly mobilized following the incident, tracking down the alleged attacker identified as Hemant. During an encounter with law enforcement officials, the suspect was injured while attempting to evade capture, according to police reports.

The incident has raised serious concerns about school safety and security measures in the district. Authorities have registered a case and launched further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the attack and the motivations behind it.