Surat: A 32-year-old man allegedly committed suicide at his residence in Adajan on Wednesday. He left a suicide note and a video message in which he claimed that he is taking the extreme step as he was unable to get over the shock of the demise of his aunt, who succumbed to Covid.
Dhaval Chauhan, a laundry shop owner, was found hanging at his home. Police suspect that he committed suicide during early hours on Wednesday. “He was in depression ever since his aunt died due to Covid-19. After his aunt’s death her daughter and husband too tested positive for Covid-19. The two were critical condition but have recovered now. The deceased was also in depression due to the worsening medical condition of the two,” said an officer of the Adajan police station.