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Palakkad MLA’s Staff Accused of Aiding Escape in Sexual Exploitation Case
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, December 5, 2025 – The Thiruvananthapuram City police have named two individuals, Fazal and Alwin, as accused in the ongoing investigation into the alleged sexual exploitation case involving Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil. Fazal, identified as a personal staff member of the MLA, and Alwin, his driver, are accused of abetting Mamkootathil’s escape from authorities and facilitating his travel to Bengaluru.
Police suspect the MLA is currently evading capture in Bengaluru. The duo were detained and questioned by a special investigation team, after which both were released. Authorities have also seized the MLA’s vehicle as part of the investigation.
Following their detention, relatives of Fazal and Alwin filed a complaint with the State Police Chief, alleging illegal custody and failure to inform the family of their whereabouts. The investigation into the MLA’s whereabouts and the allegations against him remains ongoing.
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