Silvester D'Souza
Daijiworld Media Network - Kundapur
Kundapur, Nov 6: In a tragic incident, a couple attempted suicide in a guest house at Hosangady here on Monday November 6, apparently following a family feud. While the wife survived, the man passed away.
Eshwar Gowda, who was staying in KPTCL quarters at Hosangady here, allegedly hanged himself in the bathroom. Shocked at the sight of his lifeless body, his wife Vinanthi too attempted suicide.
Luckily, a neighbour saw her trying to end her life and rushed to her rescue. Vinanthi was then admitted to Kundapur government hospital with the help of other neighbours. However, her condition is said to be serious.
It is said that Eshwar Gowda was distressed following a family dispute with his brother.
The couple have an eight-month old child.
Amasebail police have registered a case.