Bengaluru, January 30: C.J. Roy, the founder and chairman of the Confident Group, died by suicide on Friday afternoon at his office in central Bengaluru. The well-known real estate developer reportedly used a firearm to end his life at the company’s headquarters near Richmond Circle. Local law enforcement arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported, and a formal investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances leading to the tragedy.

The incident occurred during business hours at the Confident Group office. According to preliminary police reports, Roy sustained a fatal self-inflicted gunshot wound. Emergency responders were called to the premises, but Roy was pronounced dead at the scene. Mumbai Businessman Murder: Police Crack Case, Say Victim’s Son and Business Partner Hire Contract Killers To Kill Him Over Money in Kandivali’s Charkop.

Confident Group Founder and Chairman CJ Roy Dies by Suicide

Authorities have cordoned off the office area to conduct a forensic examination. While the motive remains unclear, police are expected to examine personal records and speak with family members and business associates to understand the events preceding the incident.

The news of Roy’s death has sent shockwaves through Bengaluru’s business and real estate sectors. As the head of the Confident Group, Roy was a significant figure in the South Indian property market, overseeing a diverse portfolio that included residential projects, hospitality, and entertainment ventures across Karnataka and Kerala. Hyderabad Horror: Andhra Industrialist Velamati Chandrasekhar Janardhan Rao Stabbed 73 Times by Grandson Over Property Dispute; Keerthi Teja Arrested.

The Confident Group is recognized as one of the leading developers in the region, known for large-scale housing projects and its involvement in the Malayalam film industry. Business leaders and industry colleagues have begun expressing their condolences, noting Roy's influence on the landscape of modern Bengaluru.

CJ Roy - Background and Context

C.J. Roy established the Confident Group with a focus on affordable luxury and diversified into various sectors, including aviation and international trade. Under his leadership, the company expanded its footprint globally, with operations in Dubai and multiple Indian cities.

This incident follows a period of significant activity for the group, which had recently been involved in several high-profile infrastructure and housing developments. As of Friday evening, the company has not released an official statement regarding the future leadership of the group or the details of the founder's passing.

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Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Helpline Numbers:

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