A young mother in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, ended her life in a distressing situation allegedly caused by digital harassment. Monika, aged 28, reportedly took this tragic step while leaving behind her two daughters, Jiya (8) and Nandani (11), who were asleep at the time. The shocking discovery of her hanging body was made by her children the following morning, raising immediate concerns among family members.

Initially, the family chose to perform last rites without notifying law enforcement, fearing potential societal repercussions. However, the situation changed dramatically when they found a suicide note in which Monika detailed the torment she had been subjected to by an unidentified individual. The note suggested she had been under immense psychological stress due to this harassment.

Details from the Suicide Note

In her final message, Monika expressed heartfelt apologies to her younger daughter, stating, “Sorry Jiya, mummy ko marna hi padhega” (Sorry Jiya, Mummy has to die). She also directed a message towards her husband, Randhir, explaining the unbearable circumstances she faced. Monika disclosed that she had been targeted by a blackmailer who had caused significant mental anguish, leading her to consider this irreversible action.

Upon discovering the note, family members proceeded to check Monika’s mobile phone. Their search revealed numerous WhatsApp messages and calls from at least five different numbers. Some of the callers impersonated Crime Branch officials, while others made false accusations of serious offences against her, further intensifying her distress.

The family now believes that these scammers orchestrated a manipulative scheme, creating an environment of fear and anxiety by falsely suggesting she was under official investigation. This tactic was allegedly employed to extort money from her and disrupt her life significantly.

Suspicious Calls During Cremation

Before the discovery of the suicide note, an unusual incident occurred during Monika’s cremation that raised alarm among her family. Her phone repeatedly rang at the cremation site, and when her nephew Sanyog answered one of the calls, a man in what appeared to be a police uniform claimed to be a Crime Branch officer. He demanded to speak with Monika, and upon learning of her death, he purportedly issued legal threats.

Following her death, the family continued to receive calls from the alleged perpetrators. Reports indicate that they insisted on needing to talk to Monika and threatened to implicate her husband, Randhir, in legal troubles if their demands were not met. This continued harassment even after her passing has intensified the family’s anguish.

Police Investigation Underway

In response to the distressing events surrounding Monika’s death, Randhir has lodged a formal complaint, leading to a police investigation. Officers at the Kotwali City police station have registered an FIR under number 3272026, citing violations under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Authorities are scrutinising the contents of the suicide note along with the data from Monika’s mobile phone to assess the extent of the alleged cyberbullying and extortion.

Efforts are reportedly underway to identify and apprehend those responsible for the harassment. This case sheds light on the increasing prevalence of digital arrest scams, where perpetrators impersonate law enforcement to manipulate victims into a state of fear and compliance. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the evolving nature of cybercrime, which increasingly employs psychological tactics rather than physical coercion.

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