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Yes. I know two persons that did.


That’s interesting, it would be the first time I’ve ever heard of anyone committing suicide because of pirated software.

What was the precipitating cause? Lost revenue?


Evidence?


I can't share personal messages or such here. I don't feel it would be ok to share either of their obituary.

One of them was a very close friend. I knew the other one and there were articles on her published online.

Piracy could hurt someone several ways...


So "trust me bro" then.

Sure...


What's your email? I'll send you one.




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