Steephan Kayyar

Daijiworld Media Network - Kasargod

Kasargod, July 24: In a series of tragic incidents that have shocked the Kasargod-Manjeshwar area, three young men have been discovered deceased, each having apparently taken their own lives.

The victims have been identified as Gautam Raj (23) from Hosabettu Sasihithlu, Brian Pinto (20) from Kunjathur's Marian Ashram Church, and B Rajesh (39) from Moratnag Kekekodi.

Gautam Raj, employed as a video animator in Udupi, was residing with his mother at his uncle's residence in Manjeshwar Hosabettu. His mortal remains was found hanging from a ceiling fan in a room at home on Wednesday afternoon, despite efforts by neighbours to save him.

B Rajesh, a construction worker residing near his house in Moratnag, was found hanging from a nearby tree. The motive behind his tragic decision remains unclear. Sources indicate Rajesh was battling health issues and had even recovered leading up to his demise.

Brian Pinto left his Kunjathur home on a scooter late Monday night and did not return. His absence raised concerns among family members, and a subsequent search on Tuesday morning led to the grim discovery of his body hanging from a ceiling fan in his room. Pinto was employed at a private institution in Mangaluru.

Authorities from the Manjeshwar police station have registered cases in all the three incidents and have launched investigations to determine the circumstances leading to these tragic deaths.

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