14-year-old boy dies by suicide after bullying and threatening messages on Instagram
Summary
A 14-year-old boy died by suicide after allegedly being bullied by his peers, according to a complaint filed by his father, a police head constable, in Lucknow. The incident occurred on May 6 at the Alambagh police station premises, where the family resides. The father discovered threatening messages on his son’s Instagram and in call logs after reviewing his phone on May 10. The complaint named eight minors, including classmates and others outside the school. The boy had left for school on the morning of May 6 but returned shortly after, and was later found hanging. An FIR was filed under BNS 108 (abetment to suicide), and an investigation is underway.
Incident Details
Content or interactions that contribute to self-harm, suicidal ideation, or eating disorders.
Content or contact linked to suicidal ideation, attempts, or completion.
Sources
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