Bengaluru techie mother dies by suicide after child drowns in bucket: ‘Couldn’t live with guilt'

E-PaperSubscribeSubscribeEnjoy unlimited accessSubscribe Now! Get features like An eleven-month-old boy died after accidentally drowning in a bucket of water at his home in Bengaluru on Wednesday, following which his mother allegedly died by suicide, police said. The incident took place in Byraveshwaranagar in west Bengaluru. (PTI)The incident occurred in Byraveshwaranagar in west Bengaluru. The mother had reportedly stepped out to the terrace in the evening to collect dried clothes at the time. Also read| Depression, secret marriage and marital discord: What suicide note in Bengaluru techie couple's case revealed During her absence, the child is believed to have entered the bathroom, where he accidentally fell into a bucket filled with water and drowned, The Times of India reported. The mother was reportedly devastated after discovering what had happened. Police said she blamed herself for the incident. In a note recovered from the house, she wrote that she felt responsible for her son’s death and could not live with the guilt. Also read | Bengaluru techie couple die by suicide: Woman jumps from 17th floor after finding husband dead Police said she initially attempted suicide by consuming tablets and injuring her wrist. When that failed, she later hanged herself. The incident reportedly came to light when her husband returned from work. Further investigation in the case is underway. In a separate case, A young tech couple from Telangana, Hyderabad allegedly died by suicide at their house in Bengaluru, police said. According to police, the incident took place at a residential building. The woman, 31, returned home around 9:45 pm but found the apartment locked from inside. Despite repeated attempts, her husband did not respond, HT reported earlier. She then sought help from neighbours and the building’s security staff. When they managed to access the apartment, her 32-year-old husband was found dead inside. Police said within minutes of witnessing the scene, the woman allegedly rushed out and jumped from the 17th floor of the apartment building, leading to her instant death. If you need support or know someone who does, please reach out to your nearest mental health specialist. Helplines: Aasra: 022 2754 6669; Sneha India Foundation: +914424640050 and Sanjivini: 011-24311918, Roshni Foundation (Secunderabad) Contact Nos: 040-66202001, 040-66202000, ONE LIFE: Contact No: 78930 78930, SEVA: Contact No: 09441778290