India, Nov. 30 -- A 25-year-old woman was allegedly shot dead by her male friend at her rented accommodation in Noida's Yakubpur on Friday evening, police said on Saturday.

The suspect, identified as Krishna Kumar (25) from Bihar, is currently absconding.

She and Krishna, who had known each other for over two years and were reportedly in a relationship, both worked housekeeping jobs in Noida.

"Police were informed through the 112 helpline. Our team and forensic experts reached the spot immediately," Hindustan Times reported quoting Umesh Yadav, assistant commissioner of police (Central Noida). The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was declared dead on arrival.

Vindyachal Tiwari, SHO of Phase-2 police station, said offic...