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Brother Fails to Prevent Teen's Canal Leap
4 Nov
Summary
- A 15-year-old boy jumped into a canal after a disagreement.
- His brother tried but failed to stop him from jumping.
- Search efforts involving divers and family are ongoing.
A 15-year-old boy, Prince, remains missing after jumping into a canal in Karnal, Haryana. The incident occurred on November 3, 2026, following a disagreement at home where Prince was reportedly asked to focus on his studies. His elder brother, Sonu, chased after him and attempted to hold him back at the canal railing. However, Prince managed to break free and leaped into the water.
Emergency services, including divers, were alerted and commenced a search operation that continued late into the night and resumed the following morning, November 4, 2026. The family has joined the search and is appealing for intensified efforts from the district administration, expressing concerns about the operation's pace.
Family members stated there was no significant prior distress, suggesting only minor household disagreements. Sonu recounted that Prince left the house in anger shortly after a conversation and was seen running towards the canal by neighbours. Despite Sonu's efforts to stop him, he could not prevent the jump.
