Udupi: A 38-year-old man from Subhash Nagar, near Katapady in Udupi district, tragically ended his life on Sunday night after leaving behind a video message in which he blamed false accusations for driving him to suicide.

The deceased was identified as Sheikh Abdullah, a resident of Subhash Nagar. His death has sparked shock and grief in the local community and prompted police action.

Video statement before death

Before taking the extreme step, Abdullah recorded a video message that has since gone viral on social media. In the clip, he named three people — Misaal, Misaal’s mother, and Misaal’s sister — as being directly responsible for his death.

He alleged that the trio had made false accusations against him, which caused him unbearable mental distress and ultimately led him to commit suicide.

 

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Complaint filed by family

Following the incident, Abdullah’s brother lodged a formal complaint at the Shirva Police Station, stating that the alleged false charges brought by the three individuals were the primary cause of his brother’s death.

Based on the complaint, Shirva Police registered a case and launched an investigation. Officials confirmed that the video message left by Abdullah is a crucial piece of evidence.

Police investigation underway

Authorities said they are carefully examining the video recording and verifying the claims made by the deceased. Investigators are also gathering supporting evidence and questioning those named in the video.

“The case will be investigated fairly and impartially. All allegations will be scrutinised to ensure justice is served,” a senior police officer from Shirva stated.

Community impact

The sudden death of Abdullah has sent shockwaves across Subhash Nagar and neighbouring areas. Residents expressed grief over the incident, while some called for a speedy investigation to uncover the truth behind his allegations.

Conclusion

While police continue their probe into the circumstances surrounding Abdullah’s death, the incident highlights the severe emotional toll that false accusations and social pressures can have on individuals. The investigation is expected to shed further light on the claims made in his final message.

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