Auto Driver Records Harassment, Dies by Suicide
An autorickshaw driver in Bengaluru has died by suicide after recording a video on his mobile phone detailing harassment by a lender. The incident came to light on 11 July 2026, when the body was found near Kannur Road.
Video Found on Mobile Phone
The deceased, identified as Yusuf, recorded a video sitting inside his autorickshaw on Kannur Road. In the video, he allegedly accused a lender of harassment and named the person responsible. The video was discovered on his phone after his death.
Police Investigation Underway
Bengaluru police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances leading to the suicide. Preliminary reports suggest Yusuf had borrowed money from the lender and was under pressure to repay. The exact amount and duration of the loan are yet to be confirmed.
According to sources, Yusuf had been facing constant threats and humiliation from the lender, which drove him to take the extreme step. The video is being treated as crucial evidence in the case.
Community Shocked by Incident
The local auto drivers' association expressed shock over the incident. "We are deeply saddened by Yusuf's death. He was a hardworking man. We demand strict action against the lender," said a representative of the association.
Police have urged anyone with information about the lender to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are examining the video to ascertain the full details of the harassment.
This incident highlights the growing issue of harassment by informal lenders in Bengaluru, often targeting vulnerable individuals with high-interest loans and aggressive recovery tactics.
