Man Accused of Killing 5-Year-Old Girl in Karnataka Shot Dead by Police

The accused, identified as Nitesh Kumar, was killed in a police encounter after attacking officers while investigations into the crime, including potential sexual assault, continue.

A 5-year-old girl was kidnapped and murdered in Hubballi, Karnataka, with her body found in an abandoned building on Sunday morning.
The accused, 35-year-old Nitesh Kumar from Patna, was apprehended by police but attacked officers and attempted to flee, leading to his death in an encounter.
Police officials confirmed that Kumar was fatally shot after damaging a vehicle and throwing stones at officers; he was declared dead at a hospital.
Investigations are ongoing to determine if the crime involved sexual assault, though this has not yet been confirmed by authorities.
The incident has sparked widespread public protests in Hubballi, with residents demanding justice and accountability for the victim's family.