Bapatla: In a horrifying incident that has shaken the local community, a class 10 student was set on fire by a friend while on his way to tuition. According to the sources, the deceased identified as Uppala Amarnath, a student from Uppalavaripaleni in Rajolu Panchayat of Cherukupalli Mandal, suffered severe injuries and tragically passed away during treatment. The incident occurred at Redlapalem in Bapatla, where Amarnath was targeted by his friend, Venkateshwar Reddy, accompanied by several others. They poured petrol on Amarnath and set him ablaze. The motive behind this shocking act remains unclear. Locals who heard the student's screams immediately intervened, extinguishing the fire and rushing him to Guntur GGH for medical assistance. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, Amarnath succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment.
