Wed Jul 02 11:16:08 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
A 39-year-old man, C. Rajesh (alias Raju), was found dead in the Valapattanam river near Matool, Kannur, after jumping in on June 30th. He had jumped into the river with a 35-year-old woman, reportedly the wife of a police officer, who was rescued. A search operation was launched, and his body was recovered by fishers. An investigation is underway.
**News Article:**
**Man’s Body Found in Valapattanam River After Apparent Suicide Attempt**
**KANNUR, July 2, 2025** – The body of a 39-year-old man, identified as C. Rajesh, alias Raju, was recovered from the Valapattanam river near Matool on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred on June 30th when Raju and a 35-year-old woman, both residents of Periyattadukkam, reportedly jumped into the river.
The woman, reportedly the wife of a police officer, was rescued shortly after by locals. The Valapattanam police, aided by Fire and Rescue Services personnel, scuba divers, and local volunteers, immediately launched a search operation for the missing man.
Raju’s body was discovered by fishers near the Matool groyne in Puthiyangadi at approximately 6:00 a.m.
Police have withheld further details pending a full investigation. The rescued woman was given a medical examination, and authorities plan to record a detailed statement to determine the circumstances leading up to the incident.
*If you are experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts, please seek help. You can contact DISHA at 1056 or 0471-2552056, or call the State’s round-the-clock helpline at 104.*
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