Patient dies by suicide at Ranchi mental health institute
Patient dies by suicide at Ranchi mental health institute

A 24-year-old patient admitted to the Ranchi Institute of Neuro-psychiatry and Applied Sciences (Rinpas) allegedly died by suicide on Friday, according to police reports. The deceased has been identified as Vivek Kumar, a resident of the Itkhori area in Chatra district.

Incident Details

Police stated that Vivek locked himself inside a ward and subsequently hanged himself from the ceiling fan. The incident came to light when staff members discovered his body during routine checks.

Legal Proceedings

A case of unnatural death has been registered in connection with the incident. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading up to the tragic event.

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This incident highlights ongoing concerns about patient safety and mental health care in medical facilities. Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses.

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