Horrific Family Massacre in Thiruvananthapuram: Police Probe Multiple Motives

Thiruvananthapuram, February 25, 2025 – A brutal mass murder has left an entire community in shock as authorities investigate the motives behind a young man’s horrific killing spree. The suspect, who has been taken into custody, reportedly cited financial distress as his primary reason for murdering six individuals, including his own family members and a close associate.

Grisly Crime Scene and Initial Confessions

According to preliminary reports, the accused attacked six people, killing five instantly while leaving his mother in critical condition. The victims include his grandmother, father, younger brother, paternal uncle, the uncle’s wife, and his female friend. The brutal nature of the killings has unsettled both law enforcement and the local community.

In his initial statement to the police, the suspect claimed that mounting debt—reportedly amounting to INR 7.5 million—and a failed business venture overseas drove him to plan a mass suicide within the household. However, when an attempt to strangle his mother proved unsuccessful, he allegedly contemplated poisoning the entire family. Concerned that some might survive, he opted for a more violent approach, acquiring a crowbar from a local store before carrying out the murders.

The sequence of killings, as per police investigations, began with his mother, followed by his grandmother and paternal uncle along with his uncle’s wife. Upon returning home, he allegedly murdered his younger brother before luring his female friend to the house and taking her life as well. The suspect later consumed poison but managed to reach a police station, where he calmly confessed to the crime without any visible remorse, police sources revealed.

Doubts Over Financial Motive

While the suspect attributes his actions to financial distress, law enforcement remains skeptical. Another potential motive has emerged: revenge over a rejected marriage proposal. Investigators have now expanded their probe to explore this angle in greater depth.

Locals have also expressed doubt over the financial distress theory. “If it was about financial pressure, why didn’t he choose to take his own life instead?” questioned a resident. Many believe that an individual in his right mind could not have orchestrated such a gruesome act against his own family.

Neighbors described the accused as an introvert with limited social interactions. Although he was not known to be a troublemaker, no one suspected he harbored such violent tendencies. Law enforcement is also considering the possible influence of substance abuse in pushing him toward this act of extreme violence.

Local MLA D.K. Murali, after visiting the crime scene, emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, particularly into any history of drug use. “We need to understand what led to such an inhumane act. This is a crime beyond comprehension,” he told reporters.

A Daughter’s Death Stuns Another Family

The tragic events have also cast a shadow over another family mourning the loss of their daughter, Farzana. The young woman the female friend of the accused, a beloved local tutor, was allegedly one of the victims. Her family first received vague reports of an accident before realizing, through media reports, that she had been murdered.

Community members recall seeing the suspect visiting the area on his motorcycle. On the day of the crime, children arrived for their tuition lessons, unaware of the tragedy that had unfolded.

A Murderous Rampage Across Multiple Locations

The killings occurred across three police jurisdictions. The suspect allegedly began at Perumala, where he murdered three family members. He then moved to another location, where he killed two more, before finally reaching Pangode, where he took his grandmother’s life. Only after confirming their deaths did he surrender at the police station.

Authorities were initially skeptical of his confession, verifying details before confirming five fatalities and a critically injured survivor. The crimes were committed over just two hours, underscoring the calculated nature of the attack.

Final Moments of the Victims

Among the victims was 95-year-old Salma Beevi, the suspect’s paternal grandmother, whose murder has particularly shaken the Pangode community. She was found dead in the kitchen by her daughter. Initially suspected to be an accidental fall, forensic examinations later confirmed she had been killed by blunt force trauma.

Police suspect that Salma Beevi’s refusal to lend the suspect her jewelry may have triggered her murder. A once-affectionate grandson, whom she had helped raise, had turned into her killer.

Chilling Details Emerge

One of the most disturbing aspects of this case is the murder of the suspect’s younger brother, whom he allegedly cared for deeply. Friends and acquaintances recall that he would often take his brother along on outings and even posted pictures together on social media. However, the suspect later revealed that he killed his sibling to prevent him from being left alone.

Legal Proceedings and Further Investigation

As authorities piece together the details of this harrowing crime, forensic teams continue to gather evidence. The suspect has been remanded to judicial custody, with psychological evaluations expected to be conducted.

The case has left an indelible mark on the community, with many struggling to understand how a single individual could commit such unthinkable acts. Law enforcement is now focusing on whether additional factors, such as mental illness or external influences, played a role in this chilling episode.

More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.