Objected Over Online Gaming, Three Minor Sisters Die After Jumping From Ninth Floor In Ghaziabad
Police suspect their addiction to online gaming, which their family objected to, as a contributing factor. An investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances.
A shocking incident has come to light from Ghaziabad’s Bharat City society, where three minor sisters died in an alleged case of suicide, police said. The incident occurred around 2 am at B-1 Tower under the jurisdiction of Tila Mod police station.
According to preliminary information, the sisters lived in Flat No. 907 and were reportedly addicted to an online mobile gaming app. Police said the extreme step was allegedly taken after the family objected to their gaming habits.
Victims Identified, Suicide Note Recovered
The deceased have been identified as Nishika (16), Prachi (14), and Pakhi (12). Police officials said a suicide note was recovered in which the sisters apologised to their father and mentioned their inability to give up gaming. Family members also told police that the girls had not been attending school for the past two years.
ACP Shalimar Garden Atul Kumar Singh confirmed that the case is being treated as a suspected triple suicide and said all angles are being examined as part of the investigation.
RWA Member, Family Share Initial Details
A member of the society’s Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA), Rahul, stated that the incident appeared to be linked to online gaming addiction. The girls’ father informed police about the family’s background and confirmed that all family members were living together in the same flat.
Police teams are present at the spot and are continuing their investigation to establish the full sequence of events.
Attention: This story contains references to suicide/self-harm. Readers are advised to exercise discretion. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to mental health professionals or contact suicide prevention helplines in India (TeleMANAS: 1-800 891 4416)
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