Man found murdered in Kozhikode
A 50-year-old man named Biju was found murdered inside his locked residence in Kozhikode, Kerala. Police are investigating the scene and looking into potential links to local drug-related criminal activity.
Why it matters
The incident highlights growing public concern regarding drug-related violence and safety in urban residential areas.
The City police on Sunday (July 19, 2026) recovered the body of a 50-year-old man who was reportedly found murdered inside his residence near Palayam. The deceased was identified as Biju, a resident of Puthiyakovilakam Parambu.
According to police sources, the body was found in a pool of blood inside a room that was locked from outside. Preliminary investigations revealed multiple stab wounds, indicating a planned murder.
The incident came to light when the victim‘s mother alerted the police after growing suspicious of the locked room. A police team arrived at the spot and found Biju dead, having succumbed to continues bleeding from the injuries.
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