Medico in home quarantine commits suicide

KOTTAYAM: A girl who was in quarantine after coming from Russia allegedly hanged herself in her house on Monday night. She has been identified as Krishnapriya (20) of Paipad. Krishnapriya, a medical student in Russia reached home six days back.

Her family shifted to their relative’s house as she was in home quarantine. She had spoken to her family yesterday afternoon but they could not contact her in the evening. When the residents nearby came to see what has happened found her hanging.

Thrikkodithanam police reached the spot. Her swab samples have been taken for COVID-19 tests. She did not have any symptoms of the virus. After getting the results of the samples, other steps will be completed quickly.

The police are examining whether she took the drastic step due to mental pressure of being in quarantine. The police will examine her mobile phone and laptop.