Daijiworld Media Network - Chennai
Chennai, Oct 15: In a tragic incident in Madurai district, a Class 10 student has died by suicide at his home. Authorities revealed that the boy, a trained rifle shooter, is suspected to have used a firearm to end his life.
A senior officer from Pudur Police Station confirmed the incident to NDTV, stating, “We have handed over the weapon used to the armoury. Further investigation is on.” It remains unclear whether the student used his sporting rifle for the act.

Police sources indicated that the student had shown decreasing interest in academics, and investigators are examining whether academic pressure or emotional stress may have contributed to the tragedy. The boy’s parents are employed in the private sector.
The authorities have sent the body for a post-mortem, and further forensic analysis is being conducted to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.