Tragedy in Udupi: Hotelier's Final Message and Alleged Suicide

Sudhakar Shetty, an erstwhile hotel entrepreneur, was found dead in an apparent suicide in the Udupi district on Saturday. His demise unfolded after Shetty shared a poignant WhatsApp status, pointing fingers at his wife, Gunaratna, and brother-in-law, Nagaraj, for alleged harassment.

The tragic incident occurred when Shetty reportedly jumped into a river near the Vandse bridge, situated within the Kollur police jurisdiction. Local authorities were alerted after his chilling message suggested a deteriorating domestic life, urging relatives to care for his children following his death.

According to police sources, Shetty relocated from Mumbai to his native Byndoor a year ago. Living in Vandse, his wife's hometown, Shetty's family circumstances reportedly declined, steeped in marital strife and disagreements. Authorities confirmed ongoing investigations into this heartbreaking case.

(With inputs from agencies.)