Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Kerala Man Dies After Viral Harassment Video
A 41-year-old man named Deepak U C from Kerala died after a video of him allegedly misbehaving with a woman on a bus went viral on social media.
The woman, Shimjitha, posted the video accusing Deepak of sexual harassment.
The video spread quickly, and many people online discussed it.
Deepak's family and friends say the allegations are false and that he was a quiet, innocent man.
They believe the public shaming and false accusations led him to take his own life.
The police are investigating the incident, and many people are demanding justice for Deepak.
The woman who posted the video has been booked for abetment to suicide.
A 41-year-old man, Deepak U C, was found dead in his home in Kozhikode, Kerala, after a video alleging his sexual harassment of a woman on a bus went viral.
The woman, Shimjitha, posted the video on social media, accusing Deepak of intentionally touching her, which she claimed was a breach of sexual boundaries.
Deepak's family and friends insist the allegations are false and that he was a quiet, innocent man with no prior record of misconduct.
Deepak reportedly took his own life due to the intense social media backlash and public humiliation following the viral video.
The police have registered a case of unnatural death and are investigating the incident, with many people demanding a thorough probe and justice for Deepak. The woman who posted the video has been booked for abetment to suicide.
- Who
- Deepak U C, a 41-year-old man from Kozhikode, Kerala
- What
- Deepak was found dead after a video alleging his sexual harassment of a woman on a bus went viral
- When
- The incident occurred on Friday, and Deepak was found dead on Sunday
- Where
- The incident took place in Payyannur, Kannur district, and Deepak was found dead in his home in Govindhapuram, Kozhikode
- Why
- Deepak reportedly took his own life due to the intense social media backlash and public humiliation following the viral video
Shimjitha's Supporters
Deepak's Supporters
Allegation of Sexual Harassment
Shimjitha's Supporters
Shimjitha claims Deepak intentionally touched her, breaching sexual boundaries.
Deepak's Supporters
Deepak's family and friends insist the allegations are false and that he was innocent.
Public Backlash and Suicide
Shimjitha's Supporters
Shimjitha's supporters argue that the video was a necessary expose of harassment.
Deepak's Supporters
Deepak's supporters believe the viral video and public shaming led to his suicide.
- Name
- Deepak U C
- Age
- 41
- Occupation
- Textile company employee
- Location
- Kozhikode, Kerala
- Incident Location
- Payyannur, Kannur district
- Date of Incident
- Friday (unspecified date)
- Date of Death
- Sunday (unspecified date)
- Allegation
- Sexual harassment on a KSRTC bus
- Legal Action
- Woman booked for abetment to suicide
Sources
Kozhikode: Man Found Dead After Harassment Video Goes Viral
Kerala Man Dies By Suicide Over Social Media Post, Case Filed Against Woman
Kerala man’s suicide after viral bus video: Police book woman for abetment
Case Lodged Against Woman After Kerala Man Ends Life Over Viral Video Accusing Him Of Assault
Sex Harassment Or Follower Farming? Kerala Suicide Ignites Massive Debate
Kozhikode native dies by suicide after video accusing him of sexual misconduct goes viral; police to conduct detailed probe
