Family Tragedy in Ottapalam: Custody Dispute Turns Deadly

In Ottapalam, an elderly couple was fatally stabbed and their grandchild injured by the son-in-law, Muhammad Rafi, amid a custody dispute. Rafi fled the scene but was apprehended after a suicide attempt. Local police probe revealed possible drug abuse influencing the brutal event.

In a tragic turn of events in Ottapalam, an elderly couple was allegedly stabbed to death by their son-in-law, with their young grandson seriously injured in the same attack, local authorities confirmed on Monday.

The suspect, Muhammad Rafi, reportedly entered the victims' home late Sunday night amid an ongoing custody dispute involving his son. Following the attack, he attempted to flee and committed self-harm before being captured by police.

Investigations have revealed potential drug influence and a prior history of legal issues involving Rafi. The police are now focused on confirming these insights through scientific investigations while the surviving child's condition has stabilized.

(With inputs from agencies.)