A young man from Ramenehalli village in the taluk died by suicide after allegedly facing threats for revealing an extramarital affair to a married woman, police said.
The deceased has been identified as Chetan. According to preliminary information, he had informed Suma, the wife of Nagaraj, about her husband’s alleged illicit relationship with another woman. The disclosure reportedly led to a heated argument between the couple at their residence.
Alleged confrontation and threats
During the confrontation, Suma is said to have told her husband that Chetan had shared the information. Enraged over the issue, Nagaraj allegedly confronted Chetan and picked up a quarrel. It is further alleged that he threatened him with serious consequences.
Disturbed by the developments and the alleged intimidation, Chetan later died by suicide by hanging.
Selfie video becomes key evidence
Before taking the extreme step, Chetan reportedly recorded a selfie video on his mobile phone, naming Nagaraj as being responsible for his decision. The video has since become a crucial piece of evidence in the case.
Initially, Hebbur police registered an unnatural death case, treating it as a suicide. However, after Chetan’s father approached the police with the video evidence found on his son’s phone, a formal complaint was lodged.
Based on the complaint and the contents of the video, police registered an FIR and took Nagaraj into custody for questioning. Further investigation is underway.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the village community.
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