A 28-year-old man from Choppadandi died by suicide after worrying about possible punishment and the fine in a drunk-driving case. Court proceedings were delayed, increasing his fear. Police have registered a case based on his mother's complaint and begun investigation

Karimnagar: Afraid of possible imprisonment by the court, a youngster booked in a drunk and drive case died by suicide in Choppadandi.

According to police, Sura Vijay Kumar (28), who was working at a chicken centre, was caught during a drunk and drive search operation and was asked to attend court on Friday.

As he reached the court late, he was told to return the next day. However, the matter was not taken up as the judge was on leave on Saturday, and he was informed by court staff to wait for a fresh summons.

Vijay Kuma

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