According to the police, Peter, a resident of Jayaraja Nagar D Cross, hanged himself with a saree tied to the cement roof at his friend's house.
His friend's family immediately rushed him to a nearby hospital, but Peter died on the way.
Love disappointment
It is suspected that Peter might have taken the extreme step as his lover had spurned his marriage proposals.
Viveknagar police have booked a case and are investigating the issue.
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