A family of three from Nanjaiuthukuli Panchayat in Erode district reportedly died by suicide late Saturday evening, allegedly due to prolonged health issues.

The deceased, who were residing in Chennapanaickenpalayam, were identified as N. Nagendran (49), a jewellery artisan, his wife Sakeela Devi (42), and their daughter Dhanyalakshmi (20).

According to the police, Dhanyalakshmi had developmental disabilities, while both Nagendran and Sakeela Devi were undergoing treatment for thyroid-related ailments.

Prior to committing suicide, Nagendran had purportedly written a letter explaining the reasons for the decision. A video message was also recorded and shared with relatives through WhatsApp.

Around 5 a.m. on Sunday, a relative who saw the video rushed to the house and found all the three dead. The police were immediately informed.

A handwritten note recovered from the house said their decision was solely due to health issues. The note also mentioned that ₹25,000 in cash was set aside at home to cover funeral expenses.

The bodies were sent to Erode Government Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem examination. The Modakkurichi police have registered a case and are investigating.

(Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State’s health helpline 104 and Sneha’s suicide prevention helpline 044-24640050).