Class 7 Student In Bengaluru Dies By Suicide, Police Suspect Link To 'Death Note' Web Series

Last Updated:August 08, 2025, 14:15 IST

A Class 7 student in Bengaluru died by suicide, with police investigating a possible influence of the Japanese web series 'Death Note'.

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A Class 7 student died by suicide in Bengaluru, with preliminary findings suggesting a possible link to the popular Japanese web series ‘Death Note’.

The incident happened on the intervening night of August 3, after which the police launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Probe revealed that the minor was an avid watcher of the series and had drawn a character from the show in his room.

The detail has led investigators to consider whether the series may have influenced his actions.

The minor’s parents have stated that he was not facing any known difficulties at school or at home, and the exact reasons behind his extreme step remain unclear.

The police continue to probe the matter.

Vani Mehrotra

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

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