Mangalore, Jun 19, 2013: An elderly couple have reportedly committed suicide in their house near Mariamma Temple At Urva, Ashoknagar on June 19, Wednesday. The bodies of the couple were found hanging from the wooden ceiling of their house.
The deceased have been identified as Padmanabha (74) and his wife Yamuna (60). Padmanabha is said to be a retired teacher and his wife a housewife.
Though the exact reason for the suicide of the couple is not immediately known, sources said Yamuna was facing health problems.
Police have also found a death note in the house. Urva police are investigating the case. The bodies have been shifted to Wenlock Hospital.