Alleging that he was being harassed by the police, a 20 year old from Bhaise village in Hosanagar taluk attempted suicide and recorded it live on Facebook (FB) on Tuesday.
Mithun Shetty who was allegedly posting inflammatory messages on social media was cautioned by the Hosanagar police recently against doing so. To maintain peace during Ganesha Chaturthi, they had booked a case against him.
On Tuesday, Mr. Shetty went live on FB and alleged that he was being harassed by the police and consumed poison. His was rushed to the hospital. His condition is stable.
(Those in distress or those having suicidal tendencies can call Arogya Sahayavani Ph: 104 for help.)
