Chennai couple arrested for alleged torture and murder of 15-year-old housemaid
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A couple in Chennai has been arrested for the alleged torture and murder of a 15-year-old housemaid. The girl reportedly suffered severe abuse before dying in their home. The accused, Mohammad Nishad and Nasiya, allegedly hid her body in their toilet and fled to a relative's house. Four others have also been detained in connection with the case. Police are awaiting a postmortem report to determine the exact cause of death. The victim's mother is a widow from Thanjavur district.