Celebgram Found Dead Hanging Himself

A celebrity with the initials FN (31) and known as Meli Joker died by hanging himself. This action was broadcast on Instagram.

JAKARTA, KOMPAS — A woman and celebgram with the initials FN (31) or better known as Meli Joker was found dead hanged herself in her room taking a shower at his house at the Kostrad Complex, Kebayoran Lama, South Jakarta, Sunday (14/4/2024). The action was even broadcast via social media. Before being found suicidal, FN was known to have had a dispute with his girlfriend.

Head of the Criminal Investigation Unit of Kebayoran Lama Police, Commissioner Suwarno, said on Tuesday (16/4/2024) that the incident was reported by the victim's sibling, GA, on Sunday (14/4/2024) morning. At that time, the victim's sibling found FN had hanged themselves in the bathroom of their house. "FN hung themselves using a towel," said Suwarno.

From his sibling's statement, before being found dead by suicide, FN was known to have had a disagreement with his girlfriend, J, on Saturday (13/4/2024) night. Initially, the dispute took place over the phone. Later on, they met in person.

When the dispute was settled, the victim returned to his room and slammed the bag he was carrying while cursing in frustration. The next day, GA heard something falling. Curious about the sound, he went to FN's room.

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Illustration-The atmosphere of the evacuation of victim Namin Kesumahadi (50), who allegedly committed suicide by throwing himself into a well, Wednesday (28/8/2019).

However, he did not find his sister. In the room, GA actually found a cutter and some medicines. Then, GA stepped into the bathroom. What a surprise he was when he found FN hanging dead.

Even FN's suicide was broadcasted on social media, specifically through their personal Instagram account. Regarding that matter, Suwarno stated that when the authorities were at the scene, they did find the victim's mobile phone being pinned to the wall. However, when the police arrived at the location, the victim's live feature on Instagram was already inactive.

Until now, the police are still investigating this case, including asking for information from a number of witnesses, including the girlfriend.

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Illustration - The location of the Teluk Intan Tower apartment lobby in Penjagalan Village, Penjaringan District, North Jakarta, on Sunday (10/3/2024). Suicide incidents around the apartment location are not the first to occur.

Suicide phenomenon

Suicide in Jakarta has been happening frequently lately. In the last month, two suicide incidents have been recorded that were shocking. The latest was a suicide that occurred in Teluk Intan Apartment, Penjaringan, North Jakarta.

Four people who were part of the same family, namely EA (50), AEL (52), JWA (13), and JL (15), were found dead after jumping from the 22nd floor of an apartment. However, this family, especially AEL, was known to be religious.

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Social observer from the University of Indonesia, Devie Rahmawati, said that the phenomenon of suicide that occurs in urban areas reveals the vulnerability of urban communities to depression. They feel alone in facing their problems.

According to him, there are two dimensions related to suicide, namely psychological and social. The psychological dimension is related to mental health and the social dimension is in the form of social relationships which become a social phenomenon.

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Illustration - Residential apartment in the Cawang area, East Jakarta, Thursday (30/12/2021).

According to Devie, urban communities tend to live individualistically. They are busy with their own affairs, therefore they don't pay attention to others and trust diminishes. To prevent suicide, sensitivity from family or the surrounding community is needed to care for someone who may need help.

This article is not intended to inspire you to commit suicide. If you experience depression or mental health problems, immediately contact the nearest psychologist or mental health service