Pune man dies by suicide over threats regarding daughter’s marriage

When the deceased was in search of other suitors for his daughter, he faced persistent threats from the accused

A 40-year-old man died by suicide in Hadapsar due to threats of obstructing his daughter’s marriage, said police officials on Tuesday. The incident occurred last week.

A 40-year-old man died by suicide in Hadapsar due to threats of obstructing his daughter’s marriage (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

The Hadapsar police on Tuesday registered a case against Mukesh Gopal Dede (21), a resident of Kharadi, for threatening the deceased.

According to police officials, the accused expressed his desire to marry the deceased’s daughter, but he refused as the accused was unemployed.

When the deceased was in search of other suitors for his daughter, he faced persistent threats from the accused.

The relentless harassment and intimidation took a toll on the father leading him to take the drastic step. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway, said police officials.

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