Prayagraj: A 30-year-old man allegedly died by suicide in the Kaithana area late Thursday night, police said. Initial investigations suggest a domestic dispute may have led to the extreme step.
Police identified the deceased as Shahrukh alias Atiq. He was married to Gulfasa for about three years. The couple has a child.
According to police, relations between the couple had recently soured and the matter had also reached court. Atiq had filed a complaint at a paramarsh kendra (counselling centre) over the marital dispute, and his wife had returned to their home on Wednesday, a day before the incident.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place late Thursday night in the Kaithana area of Prayagraj. The police were alerted and arrived at the scene to find the body. They have sent the body for post-mortem and are investigating the case.
Shahrukh alias Atiq, a 30-year-old resident of the area, was found dead under suspicious circumstances. His family members have been questioned, and they revealed that the couple had been facing serious differences in their relationship.
Marital Dispute and Court Case
The couple had been married for three years and had a child together. However, their relationship had become strained in recent months. The matter had escalated to the point where it reached the court. Atiq had filed a complaint at a paramarsh kendra, seeking counselling to resolve the issues.
His wife Gulfasa had returned to their home on Wednesday, just a day before the suicide. It is still unclear what transpired between them on that day. Police are probing whether any argument or altercation took place that may have pushed Atiq to take this drastic step.
Police Investigation
Senior police officials have visited the spot and are overseeing the investigation. They have recorded statements from family members and neighbours. The body has been sent for autopsy to ascertain the exact cause of death.
Police are also looking into Atiq's mobile phone records and his social media activity to gather any clues. The case is being treated as a suicide, and further legal action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
This incident highlights the growing issue of marital disputes leading to tragic outcomes. Counselling services and mental health support are crucial in preventing such incidents. The police have urged people to seek help if they are facing similar issues.
