Tragic Suicide in Maharashtra Sparks Arrests Over Social Media Harassment
Man hangs self to death after threats over love affair; four held, three others booked
Hindustan Times
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A 24-year-old man, Tejas Ghodke, died by suicide in Latur district, Maharashtra, allegedly due to social media harassment over a love affair. Police have detained four individuals and registered a case against seven for abetment, following threats that reportedly led to his tragic decision.
- 01Tejas Ghodke, 24, died by suicide after facing threats on social media.
- 02The threats were linked to a fallout from his love affair.
- 03Four individuals have been detained, and seven are facing charges.
- 04A suicide note detailed the mental trauma and threats he endured.
- 05The victim's family is demanding strict action against the accused.
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Tejas Ghodke, a 24-year-old resident of Morwad village in Renapur taluka, Latur district, Maharashtra, allegedly took his own life after facing severe harassment on social media regarding his love affair. On Friday evening, he was found hanging in a farm, and a suicide note was recovered, indicating the mental distress caused by threats from multiple Instagram accounts. Following a complaint from his father, police registered a case of abetment against seven individuals, including Shivaji Mohite and Rohan Kale, and have detained four of them. The note highlighted the pressure Tejas faced, including threats against his family, which contributed to his tragic decision. Authorities are investigating the case further, and the family is calling for stringent action against those responsible for the harassment.
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This incident highlights the severe consequences of social media harassment and the urgent need for protective measures for individuals facing such threats.
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