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Tragic end for Dalit woman accused of theft

India

In Chengalpattu, 35-year-old T Yamuna, a Dalit woman who had just married in June, died by suicide after being accused of stealing gold jewelry from her husband's family.
The jewelry went missing from her sister-in-law's house soon after the wedding, and suspicion fell on Yamuna.

Body was returned to the family after postmortem

Authorities have launched an inquiry and police are investigating the case. Yamuna's brother has also filed a complaint with local police.
Her body was returned to the family after a postmortem.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, Tamil Nadu's health helpline (104) and Sneha's helpline (044-24640050) are there to help.