CBI finds nothing suspicious in 22 deaths of minors in Palakkad
The agency’s field verification revealed that 12 of the children died by suicide and 10 from accidental causes, with factors such as poverty and emotional distress cited as contributing reasons. The CBI added that final reports were submitted before respective Sub-Divisional Magistrate Courts by treating the cases as “further action dropped”.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has concluded that there is no evidence of foul play or suspicious circumstances surrounding the deaths of 22 minors in Palakkad between 2010 and 2023. The investigation found no indications of sexual assault or physical abuse in any of the cases. The majority of the deaths were attributed to accidental causes, while a few were due to suicide, often linked to parental scolding, denial of mobile phones, emotional distress, and personal issues.
The CBI conducted field verification and interacted with various parties involved in the cases, including complainants, family members, neighbors, and civic representatives. The Kerala High Court had sought the CBI's response in these cases while considering a public interest petition. Despite the CBI's findings, no complaints or protests were filed by the relatives or aggrieved persons regarding the investigation or the final reports.
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