Madikeri: A 39-year-old engineer committed suicide at his residence in Boikere, on December 26.

The deceased has been identified as Venkatesh, resident of Boikere in Virajpete.

Reportedly, Venkatesh has taken this extreme step, when his wife and children were away on Christmas holidays.

The incident came to light when his wife returned home, on December 26, evening.

Venkatesh served as Assistant Engineer in Virajpete Town Panchayath.

He is survived by his wife, two children, father and mother.