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Man hangs self in Latur after threats over love affair; FIR against seven, four detained
A 24-year-old man in Latur reportedly died by suicide after receiving threats on social media over a love affair. Police filed an FIR against seven people, detained four, and are investigating further, with a post-mortem and family calls for action.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores the potential harms of online harassment and the importance of timely legal action to address threats and defamation on social media.
Timeline
6 Events
Family demands action against those responsible
May 9, 2026
The deceased's family called for strict action against those allegedly involved in harassing him online and contributing to his death.
Police probing further involvement
May 9, 2026
Authorities stated they are probing whether more persons are involved in the case beyond the seven named in the FIR.
Post-mortem conducted / body sent for autopsy
May 9, 2026
Police sent Tejas Ghodke's body to a government hospital for a post-mortem examination after the death.
Four accused detained in connection with the case
May 9, 2026
Police detained four of the seven accused named in the FIR as part of ongoing investigations.
FIR registered against seven persons
May 9, 2026
Following a complaint by the deceased's father, Renapur police registered an FIR against seven persons under section 108 of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita for alleged abetment and harassment connected to the incident.
Death by suicide in Morwad, Renapur taluka
May 8, 2026
Tejas Ghodke, 24, of Morwad village, Renapur taluka, Latur district, reportedly died by hanging at a farm on Friday evening after facing threats via Instagram over his love affair. A suicide note purportedly written by him was recovered, detailing mental harassment and threats to him and his family.