Relatives told police that Arjun appeared upset after checking his phone shortly before leaving home. The family also claimed his account on Instagram may have been hacked. They questioned whether he had received threats.
However, the family said Arjun did not have his own bank account or digital payment access, making it unlikely he spent money on online games. They urged police to examine all digital activity carefully.
Arjun’s family added that he didn’t even go to the nearest shop alone. It’s unusual for him to walk 3 kilometers to reach the beach at noon. Relatives said that there was no change in Arjun’s behavior and that not all deaths should be labeled as online game addiction.
Forensic analysis underway
Police recovered the boy’s mobile phone from the sea, but it was badly damaged by salt water. Efforts are on to retrieve data from the device. Officials said no final conclusion can be drawn until forensic and medical reports are ready.
Arjun was a student of Kalamassery Govt. Polytechnic. The case has shocked residents of Njarakkal, where many people are closely following the investigation.