Mohan Kuthar
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Dec 20: A youth who consumed poison in a suicide bid two days ago passed away in a private hospital in Deralakatte near here on Saturday December 20.
The deceased has been identified as James Nitesh (22), son of Benedict D'Souza and Selvine D'Souza, residents of Ullal Hoige in Permannur.
It is said that on Thursday December 18 afternoon, he had gone out for lunch with friends, and after coming home, consumed insecticide in an attempt to end his life. It is learnt that no one was at home at the time of the incident.
James was taken to a hospital in Thokkottu and then to a private hospital in Deralakatte for advanced treatment. However, he failed to respond and breathed his last on Saturday.
He had completed his studies at Xavier Industrial Training Centre, Asaigoli and was looking for a job abroad.
The reason behind taking the extreme step is not yet known.
Benedict D'Souza is an assistant at Milagres Church in Mangaluru, while his wife Selvine stays abroad. Their daughter is a teacher by profession.
Ullal police have registered a case.