India • Jul 02, 2025

Thane youth's suicide linked to abetment; woman charged

Sahil Sahdev Thakur, 21, was found dead at his home in Dombivli, Thane, on June 26. His parents discovered him after returning from a pilgrimage.
Police have booked a woman of the same age for abetment to suicide after uncovering WhatsApp messages where she allegedly encouraged Sahil to take his own life and gave him detailed instructions.

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Relationship between the accused and the deceased

The woman, known as "Babli" from Pade village, was already acquainted with Sahil.
Police registered the case after his family and a local political figure shared disturbing chat records exchanged just hours before the incident.
Investigators are now focusing on her involvement and their relationship as the case unfolds.