A 17-year-old girl was set on fire by a distant relative for turning down his marriage proposal in Kochi on Thursday. Both the accused and the victim died in the incident.

The 17-year-old was set ablaze by 26-year-old Midhun at her home. The victim's father also sustained burn injuries while trying to save her.

According to the police, "Midhun had expressed his interest to marry the victim. However, the girl's family turned down the request as she was very young."

As Midhun insisted on marriage, the family approached the local police.

The police had called up both sides to discuss the issue. The issue was settled as Midhun assured in the station that he will no longer follow or disturb the girl.

However, Midhun reached the victim's house early morning on Thursday.

He insisted that he wanted to meet the victim, but her father refused to let him in.

When the victim came out of the house, Midhun poured petrol on her and set her on fire. Midhun also caught fire during the act.

Both of them were declared brought dead at the Ernakulam Medical College.

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