Betrayal and Deception: The Dark Unfolding of an Apparent Suicide

A 36-year-old man was arrested for the murder of his 26-year-old relative, initially thought to be a suicide. The investigation revealed that Vaisakh, the suspect, staged the suicide to cover up an illicit affair. Forensic evidence and prompt police action led to his arrest, uncovering the truth.

In an unraveling case initially dismissed as suicide, local police arrested a 36-year-old man for murder. The tragic January 24 incident was later exposed as a desperate cover-up of an illicit relationship, law enforcement revealed on Tuesday.

The victim, aged 26, was discovered in a dire state at an industrial unit in Elathur police precinct last weekend, property of her alleged killer and relative, Vaisakh. Despite his claims of a suicide pact gone wrong, ongoing investigation uncovered appalling evidence of a premeditated crime.

Vaisakh, using deceit, convinced the victim to a so-called mutual suicide agreement. However, as she placed her neck through the noose, he cruelly kicked the stool away, ending her life, authorities stated. Furthermore, forensic results highlighted her subsequent sexual assault, both during and post-mortem.

Vaisakh's cunning continued as he summoned his wife, feigning shock at the scene. Yet, his eventual plan to obliterate CCTV proof hit a wall due to police vigilance. With digital evidence preserved, interrogation led to Vaisakh's confession, spurred by relationship pressures. The discovery of CCTV footage was pivotal in securing justice, officers concluded.

(With inputs from agencies.)