Edappal: Two friends have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a youth. Menoparambil Ebin (27) and Subhash (35) from Vattamkulam were arrested by Changaramkulam CI Basheer Chirakkal yesterday. Their friend Irshad (25) from Pantavur Kalachal went missing 6 months ago.
The accused were arrested during an investigation into a complaint lodged by Irshad’s family. The preliminary conclusion is that the financial dealings between the accused and Irshad led to the murder. It is said that the body was dumped in a well in the area after the murder. The investigation team led by district police chief U Abdul Karim had reached Changaramkulam station yesterday and questioned the accused. The arrest was subsequently recorded. The accused will be produced in court today after the body is exhumed. Police are also investigating whether more people are involved in the case.
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