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Distressed by family and financial hardships, Giridih man dies by suicide

Giridih, Jan 15 (UNI) A man allegedly died by suicide due to prolonged family and financial distress, in Harladih village under the Pirtand police station area of Giridih district.
The deceased has been identified as Charo Vaski, a resident of Harladih village.
According to police sources, he was found hanging at his residence. Upon receiving information, Pirtand Police Station in-charge Deepesh Kumar, along with his team, reached the spot and carried out the necessary legal formalities. The body was taken into custody and later sent to Giridih Sadar Hospital for post-mortem examination.
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