Abhiram murder: personal enmity behind the crime, says prime accused
The accused allegedly intended to kill both Abhiram and his friend. For this, he allegedly planned to use Abhiram to bring the latter to the isolated location where the crime had taken place
According to prosecutors, the prime accused in the murder of Abhiram in Pangappara claimed personal enmity was the motive for the crime. The 17-year-old juvenile, who was taken into police custody, reportedly told investigators Abhiram's friend was in a relationship with his former girlfriend. This, coupled with the circulation of their photographs and videos on social media, allegedly fueled his resentment.
The confession coincided with the discovery of CCTV footage showing Abhiram accompanying the prime accused near the crime scene. The duo appeared to be walking together in a friendly manner, leading police to believe Abhiram may have been lured to the isolated area under the pretense of having a conversation. The prime accused confessed to taking Abhiram to the secluded area and claimed Umar arrived later.
However, the police have not yet confirmed Umar's presence during the murder. The investigation also examines the possibility that both accused jointly planned the crime, with the prime accused taking sole responsibility. Police have yet to recover the mobile phones of the deceased and the accused, and the belt allegedly used for the murder remains missing.
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