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Man Dies After Jumping From Shopping Complex in Kanpur
A 35-year-old man died after jumping from the second floor of a shopping complex in Kanpur while meeting his girlfriend. The incident occurred after the couple had a brief interaction at the mall.
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A man identified as Sikandar, 35, died after jumping from the second floor of a shopping complex in the Sarvodaya Nagar area of Kanpur on Monday. He was visiting the mall to meet his girlfriend when the incident occurred.
According to initial reports, Sikandar became upset over a brief conversation with his girlfriend. As she was leaving, he handed over his mobile phone and watch to her before jumping from the second-floor railing.
Bystanders immediately alerted emergency services, and Sikandar was rushed to a nearby hospital. Medical staff at the facility declared him dead on arrival.
The exact circumstances leading to the man's decision remain unclear. Police have registered the incident and are investigating further. The girlfriend has been questioned as part of the inquiry.