Ghaziabad Police Uncover Earlier YouTube Channel in Sisters' Suicide Probe
In a significant development in the investigation into the alleged suicides of three sisters in Bharat City, Ghaziabad, police have revealed the discovery of an earlier YouTube channel operated by the girls since 2023. This channel was separate from the one they launched in 2025, which their father deleted approximately 10 days before their tragic deaths on February 4.
Discovery of the 2023 YouTube Channel
The older channel, titled 'JC Editz', was created on July 23, 2023, and came to light during a two-hour questioning session with the father, Chetan Kumar. Police found the channel in Kumar's YouTube search history after checking his phone. Despite the father claiming he had "forgotten" about it, the channel remains active to this day.
According to police reports, the channel had:
- 37 subscribers
- 24 videos featuring Korean and Chinese content, with 17 later deleted by the girls for unknown reasons
- 17 Shorts, with the most viewed titled 'AL Nazer' garnering 5.1k views
- Total views of 13,367, with the last upload occurring about two months ago
Background of the Tragic Incident
The three sisters, aged 16, 14, and 12, were found lying next to each other on the society premises directly below their ninth-floor window on February 4. They were rushed to the hospital but were declared dead on arrival. The case has drawn widespread attention due to its connection to online activities.
Second YouTube Channel and Father's Involvement
Police further disclosed that the sisters created a second YouTube channel in mid-2025, this time with their father's active support. Kumar admitted to helping set it up, hoping the girls would become "famous like other YouTubers". The channel grew to over 2,000 followers, but Kumar deleted it around 10 days before the incident. He cited concerns that the girls were becoming increasingly obsessed with Korean culture, which he found alarming.
Online Obsession and Lifestyle Details
A senior officer described the sisters as "living in their own world", repeatedly expressing a desire to visit Korea after consuming reels and other online content. Their videos often featured themes related to Korea and cartoon characters, with the girls sometimes portraying themselves as "royal" figures like Elsa and Cinderella.
Phone Investigation and Data Recovery
The phones used by the sisters have become central to the investigation. Kumar purchased two handsets about six months ago for the eldest daughter and her 14-year-old half-sister. He sold one device three months ago and the other about 15 days before the deaths. On Sunday, police recovered one of the sold phones from a mobile shop in Shalimar Garden and retrieved incremental data.
Data analysis revealed that the sisters spent more than 20 hours a day on their phones. Their YouTube history included extensive Korean and Chinese songs, dramas, films, and other Asian content. Police also found viewing and gaming material mentioned in their suicide note, such as horror games like:
- Poppy Playtime
- The Baby in Yellow
- Ice Cream Man
- Evil Nun
- Ice Game
This investigation underscores the potential dangers of excessive online engagement and its impact on mental health, particularly among young individuals. Police continue to probe the case for further insights into the circumstances leading to this tragedy.
