Bengaluru: The Anekal police have launched an investigation into allegations that a hostel warden committed suicide because he was being blackmailed by a few journalists.
Devendrappa, a warden working with the social welfare department, died recently. Now, his family members have alleged that he was under pressure from journalists who were blackmailing him, making him turn to liquor for solace.
According to his family members, a few journalists were visiting his residence and demanding money.
The police have now launched an investigation into the allegations.