This Article is From Sep 08, 2012

Daughter throws acid on mother's face over family dispute

Kanpur: A woman allegedly threw acid on her mother's face following a family dispute in Chakeri area of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh.

According to police, the incident occurred on Friday when the two entered into a dispute over some property related matter after which the accused, in a fit of rage, threw acid on her mother's face.

The victim, who suffered serious burn injuries, has been admitted to a private hospital in the city.

The accused, who was later detained for questioning, appeared to be in an unstable state of mind during interrogation, said DIG Amitabh Yash. She has been sent for medical examination.

No case has been registered and further investigation into the matter is on, he said.
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