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iPhone Debt Leads Man to Yamuna Suicide Attempt
24 Aug
Summary
- Man attempted suicide by jumping into Yamuna over iPhone payment issues.
- He was rescued by police and flood control staff and later counselled.
- Five people have been rescued from the Yamuna in 15 days.
A 30-year-old dance and gardening worker in Delhi was rescued on Friday evening after allegedly attempting to end his life by jumping into the Yamuna River at Kalindi Kunj Ghat. The man cited immense financial pressure from unpaid monthly instalments for an iPhone as the reason for his distress.
Prompt action by Kalindi Kunj police and flood control department staff, utilizing a boat, led to his safe recovery from the river. Following the rescue, the man received counselling from the authorities and was subsequently handed over to his relatives.
This incident is part of a broader concern, as police reported rescuing five individuals from the Yamuna within the Kalindi Kunj police station's jurisdiction over the preceding 15 days. Authorities are increasing vigilance at known river hotspots, especially during the monsoon season, to prevent further tragedies.
