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In a shocking and sad incident, a father-son duo killed themselves by lying in front of an incoming train in Maharashtra. Jay Mehta (33) and Harish Mehta (60) died by suicide near the Bhayandar station in the Palghar district on Monday around 9.30 am. The reason for their drastic step is not known. Both of them were residents of Nalasopara.

A CCTV video shows the two walking together on the platform. They then step down and start walking on the tracks. As a train approaches from the other side, they hold hands and quickly move to&nbsp;the incoming train's tracks and lie down. The train then runs them over.&nbsp;

Trigger warning: The video contains disturbing content. Discretion is advised

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The Railway police have sent the bodies for post-mortem. Police have registered a case of accidental death and launched an investigation.

The incident was reported from platform number 6 of Bhayander railway station. The train was going from Virar to Churchgate.

 
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Trigger warning: The contents of this article can be triggering for some readers. Discretion is advised. In a shocking and sad incident, a father-son duo killed themselves by lying in front of an incoming train in Maharashtra.

Trigger warning: The contents of this article can be triggering for some readers. Discretion is advised. In a shocking and sad incident, a father-son duo killed themselves by lying in front of an incoming train in Maharashtra. Jay Mehta (33) and Harish Mehta (60) died by suicide near the Bhayandar station in the Palghar district on Monday around 9.30 am. The reason for their drastic step is not known. Both of them were residents of Nalasopara. A CCTV video shows the two walking together on the platform. They then step down and start walking on the tracks. As a train approaches from the other side, they hold hands and quickly move to the incoming train's tracks and lie down. The train then runs them over. Trigger warning: The video contains disturbing content. Discretion is advised Tragic and Shocking incident in "Mumbai" Both residents of" Vasai" Father and son duo, Jay Mehta (33) and Harish Mehta (60) died by suicide together by lying infront of an approaching train near Bhayandar station, Mumbai on Monday around 9.30 am. @iamharunkhan pic.twitter.com/EUbwmi4NQi — صالحة Swaleha (@Swaleha_2) July 9, 2024 × Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. The Railway police have sent the bodies for post-mortem. Police have registered a case of accidental death and launched an investigation. The incident was reported from platform number 6 of Bhayander railway station. The train was going from Virar to Churchgate. Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline. WION is not associated with any such organisation and does not make any recommendations.

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Father and son lie down in front of incoming train in Maharashtra, reason for suicide not known