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Crime news in Kottayam

The latest crime news from Kottayam district, Kerala.

CrimeKottayam3 days ago

Man sentenced to 13 years and fine for sexual assault on 14-year-old

A man has been sentenced to 13 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹40,000 for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old.

CrimeChingavanam, Changanassery, Kurichy4 days ago

Three minors arrested after throwing stones near a woman guard on train

Three minors were arrested after throwing stones near a woman guard on a train. The incident occurred in Kurichy, between Chingavanam and…

CrimeChanganassery4 days ago

Two police officers injured in attack inside Changanassery police station

Two police officers sustained injuries due to an attack inside the Changanassery police station. The attack took place near the Municipal…

CrimeKottayam4 days ago

Man dies in altercation during drinking; four arrested by police

A man died following an altercation during drinking in Kozhinjambara. Four people were arrested by the police in connection with the…

CrimeKottayam4 days ago

Police investigate financial transactions in Changanassery triple suicide

Police have intensified the investigation into the triple suicide of three family members in Changanassery. Authorities are primarily…

CrimeKottayam4 days ago

Youth accused of causing vehicle accident in Chothi, claims attempted suicide

Police registered a case of attempted murder against Sharone (27) of Theennuzha, who was driving the vehicle involved in an accident in…

CrimeKanjirappally5 days ago

Man deliberately rams car into vehicles injuring nine in Kottayam

A 27-year-old man, Sharon Philip, native of Koottickal, allegedly drove his car recklessly into several vehicles on National Highway 183 at…

CrimeKottayam5 days ago

High Court criticizes former DGP Tomin J Thachankary over plea to work in UAE

The Kerala High Court sharply criticized former DGP Tomin J Thachankary regarding his plea for relaxation of bail conditions to travel and…

CrimeKanjirappally5 days ago

Seven-vehicle accident in Kanjirappally: Police allege attempted murder, arrest driver

Police allege that a seven-vehicle accident at the Chothi junction on NH 183 was an attempted murder. The police arrested Sharoneen Philip,…

CrimeKottayam5 days ago

Police intensify investigation into religious preacher accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old girl

Police have intensified the investigation into the case of Karunagapally native and vlogger Muhammad Niyas Johari, who was arrested for…

CrimeKottayam5 days ago

Man sentenced to life imprisonment and fined ₹3 lakh for murdering girlfriend's husband

The Kottayam Additional District and Sessions Court (I) sentenced an accused man to life imprisonment and a fine of ₹3 lakh for murdering…

CrimeKottayam5 days ago

Police allege suicide attempt in Mundakayam accident; charges filed against car driver

Police allege that the accident in Mundakayam, Kottayam, was not an accident but a suicide attempt. Charges have been filed against Shalomi,…

CrimeChanganassery5 days ago

Investigation continues into triple death in Changanassery

Police investigation is ongoing into the incident where a three-member family was found dead in Changanassery. The deceased were reported as…

CrimeUzhavoor Town6 days ago

Theft of Rs 1.5 lakh reported at petrol pump in Uzhavoor Town

Thieves stole approximately Rs 1.5 lakh from a petrol pump in Uzhavoor Town. The theft occurred early Saturday morning at 12:44 AM. Two…

CrimeChanganassery6 days ago

Mystery deepens over triple suicides in one family; relatives' statements crucial

Mystery deepens over the triple suicides of three people in one family in Changanassery. Although the suicide note recorded only a debt of…

CrimeChanganassery6 days ago

Investigation launched into alleged mass suicide in Changanassery

Police are continuing their investigation into the alleged mass suicide of a family in Changanassery. Authorities have started investigating…

CrimeChanganassery6 days ago

Police investigate cause of triple death in Changanassery

Police are investigating the cause of the triple death of three family members in Changanassery. The investigation is looking into the…

CrimeKottayam6 days ago

Notorious thief arrested in Pallikkattottam; accused was linked to over 50 theft cases

Police arrested Sreekanth (41), a native of Thiruvananthapuram, and his accomplice Saritha Ravi in Pallikkattottam. The accused was linked…

CrimeChanganassery6 days ago

Three family members died in Changanassery; cause of death linked to debt

An incident occurred in Changanassery where a father, mother, and son died. A note was found suggesting that debt was the cause of death.

CrimeKottayam6 days ago

Youth Commission files case over alleged custodial torture of Adivasi youth

The Kerala State Youth Commission filed a case regarding the alleged brutal torture of an Adivasi youth from Punjaar Perungulam Edakkara…