Wed May 21 15:05:53 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing Mother in Kerala**
**THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, India – May 21, 2025 (The Hindu)** – Vattappara police have arrested Manikandan for the alleged murder of his 85-year-old mother, Omana, in Thekkada, Kerala. The incident occurred late Tuesday.
According to police reports, Manikandan, reportedly intoxicated, assaulted Omana, kicking her in the head twice and inflicting multiple fractures throughout her body. Omana was rushed to Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College Hospital but succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities say Manikandan had a history of abusing his mother. Police suspect the motive behind the attack was Omana’s refusal to give him money to retrieve his pawned motorcycle and transfer her properties to him. He remains in custody and is facing charges related to the alleged murder. The investigation is ongoing.
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