In an astounding turn of events, the acid attack case in Delhi that first provoked fury across the capital has taken a completely different direction. It has now been determined that the alleged “acid attack” on a woman was faked, with her own father calling the police to confess to making it all up and using a toilet cleaner to mislead both the police and the public.
According to Delhi Police, the father, who was arrested and interrogated, admitted that he poured toilet cleaner on his daughter to make it look like she was attacked with acid to garner attention. The shocking confession came following forensic evidence and inconsistencies in the statements of the family, raising serious credibility questions about the original claim.
The Unexpected Turn of Events
At first, the reports indicate the woman was assaulted with acid, allegedly by an unknown male, in West Delhi. The family’s emotional responses were soon spread virally, generating outrage and sympathy on social media. The police immediately launched an investigation with several different teams to locate the suspect.
However, when a forensic team analysed the chemical residue on the clothing and skin of the woman, they did not find industrial acid; rather, it revealed the substance was consistent with ordinary toilet cleaner. Further questioning of the family revealed that the father had confessed that he had committed the act himself.
Why the Deception?
Law enforcement sources speculate that personal and financial hardships may have been a motivating factor for the fabricated incident. The father allegedly wished to draw public attention and potentially generate financial assistance through a hoax crime that would cause people to empathise.
The police confirmed that the father will be charged as a result of misleading law enforcement and filing a false report, which diverted meaningful resources and personnel.
The Survivor’s Condition
The young woman who claimed she was a victim of an acid attack is currently being treated for mild chemical burns. The department stated that the injuries are not life-threatening and resulted from the household cleaning product.
Public Reaction
The news has generated a wide range of reactions from disbelief to anger, as citizens call for tougher sentences for false reporting. Many people have pointed out the more serious ramifications such incidents have for true acid attack survivors, who struggle through multiple long and painful years to attain justice.
As the story continues to unfold, the rapid investigation of the incident has again demonstrated how critical technology and forensic science can be in revealing fact from fiction.
