Bengaluru, Aug. 9 -- Bengaluru police are investigating the death of a 12-year-old Class 7 student in CK Acchukattu, exploring whether his fondness for the Japanese animated series 'Death Note' may have influenced his actions.

The boy was found dead on the night of August 3, prompting an inquiry into the events leading up to the tragedy. According to investigators, he was an avid viewer of the series and had sketched one of its characters in his room. This discovery has raised concerns that the show's storyline could have played a role in his decision, News18 reported.

His parents told officers there were no visible issues at school or at home, leaving the motive unclear. The boy's mobile phone has been seized for forensic examination t...