Bengaluru Woman Dies By Suicide Following Blackmail From Ex-Classmate
· India · Hindustan Times, NDTV, Indian Express
A 22-year-old woman from Shivamogga district died by suicide by jumping into Agara Lake in Bengaluru after being allegedly harassed and blackmailed. She was staying at a paying guest accommodation in HSR Layout's Sector-1 and worked in the sales department of a local jewellery store. Her roommate discovered a suicide note naming an acquaintance, Abhishek, who had allegedly sent threatening calls, messages, photos, and videos. The deceased and Abhishek had previously studied together during their pre-university course in Sagar taluk. Based on a complaint filed by the victim's sister, HSR Layout police registered a case against Abhishek under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for abetment of suicide.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns over cyberstalking and harassment faced by working professionals moving to metropolitan areas, prompting stricter scrutiny of enforcement under anti-harassment laws.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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