Nagpur, July 24: A 19-year-old girl is battling for life after consuming phenyl allegedly due to distress caused by her ex-boyfriend, Nagpur police said on Monday. Kerala Shocker: 'Mentally Unstable' Man Kills Grandparents in Thrissur, Arrested.

The girl, who had distanced herself from the 21-year-old accused due to his quarrelsome nature, consumed phenyl on Sunday, the official said. Madhya Pradesh Shocker: Man Forced to Lift Shoe With His Mouth, Punched in Rewa; Three Arrested After Video Goes Viral.

"She is critical. She was assaulted and threatened by the accused on Sunday, after which she took this step. A case has been registered and probe is underway," he said.

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