Saraswathi’s uncle Rudresh, who had played a key role in arranging the marriage, also died by suicide shortly after Harish’s death. Police said Rudresh was overwhelmed by guilt and shock. Image: Canva
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Woman Elopes Two Months After Marriage; Husband, Uncle Die by Suicide in Davanagere

  • Saraswathi, married to Harish for two months, eloped with her boyfriend Shivakumar in Davanagere, Karnataka.
  • Harish died by suicide by hanging himself, leaving a note blaming others for his mental state.
  • Saraswathi's maternal uncle, Rudresh, who arranged the marriage, also died by suicide by consuming poison due to guilt and shock.
  • Saraswathi was arrested in Elebethur village and is being interrogated at Davanagere Rural Police Station.
  • Police are searching for Shivakumar, Saraswathi's uncle Ganesh, and aunt Anjinamma; SC/ST Atrocities Act cases registered against Shivakumar.

Why It Matters: An elopement in Davanagere led to the suicides of the husband and maternal uncle, prompting police investigation.

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