Bengaluru, May 21 -- A 16-year-old girl was rescued by police and fire department personnel after she allegedly attempted to jump from the fifth floor of a Bengaluru apartment building in the NRI Layout area on Wednesday, May 20.

The incident created panic among residents after the girl climbed onto the top floor of the apartment and shouted that she would end her life.

Locals immediately informed the police, who rushed to the spot along with the fire and emergency services staff.

After intense efforts, the rescue team managed to safely pull the girl away from the edge of the building and bring her to safety. People applauded and cheered after the successful rescue.

Police officials said the motive behind the suicide attempt has not y...