Kozhikode Police Re-Examine Decades-Old Missing Persons Cases Following Convicted Killer's Confession
Kozhikode police have begun re-examining old missing persons cases in the district following the confession by Muhammadali, 56, that he had killed two persons over three decades ago. The investigation has expanded to Iritty in Kannur in connection with the case being probed by Thiruvambadi police. Police sources reveal that the identification of the victims is crucial, and obtaining those details is the first priority.
Key Takeaways:
- Muhammadali, a 56-year-old Vengara native, confessed to killing two persons in 1986 and 1989, respectively, in Kozhikode.
- He claimed one murder was committed in self-defense, while the other was carried out with the help of a man known as Ganja Babu.
- Police are investigating the identity of Ganja Babu, including whether any previous cases were registered against someone by that name.
- Locals believe the person killed in Koodaranji may have been a native of Iritty.
- Muhammadali's brother, Paulose, suggests the confessions may be a result of mental health issues triggered by the loss of a family member.
- Preliminary data collection is being carried out by the crime squad, and complaints registered at various police stations in Kozhikode are being re-examined.
- Muhammadali was questioned by Thiruvambadi and Nadakkavu police based on his initial statement.
Statistics:
- Two persons confessed to being killed by Muhammadali over three decades ago.
- 1 person killed in 1986 in Koodaranji.
- 1 person killed in 1989 near the Kozhikode coastline with the help of Ganja Babu.
- Kozhikode police re-examines 30-year-old missing persons cases in the district.
- 16 complaints registered at various police stations in Kozhikode regarding people who went missing in 1989 are being re-examined.
- 2 police stations in Kozhikode - Thiruvambadi and Nadakkavu - are involved in the investigation.
Sources:
- Times News Network
- Sources: Police sources