Mysuru: An elderly man reportedly ended his life by jumping into a water pond at Netajinagar on T.Narasipur road in the city late last night. However, the incident came to light this morning.

The deceased has been identified as Venugopal (65), a resident of Giridarshini Layout.

Venugopal, an incense sticks seller, was said to be suffering from severe health problems and this may have driven him to end his life, it is learnt. Alanahalli Police, who visited the spot, conducted mahazar and shifted the body to MMC&RI mortuary.