A teenage girl died after being shot at in Harinagar Rural Municipality-6, Sunsari last night. 

The deceased has been identified as Archana Khatun (17) of Harinagar-6, informed Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Yogaraj Khatiwada. 

It has been reported that 25-year-old Ajaj Miya from Araria, India, opened fire at her on a domestic dispute. She died on the spot. 

Accused Miya fled the scene after the incident and is currently on the run. 

Police said that they have intensified search and surveillance along the bordering areas, including Supaul in India and Harinagar in Sunsari.