Baby of Tamil Nadu Couple Found Dead in Well in Kannur, Probe On

Kannur, Kerala – A tragic incident took place in Kerala’s Kannur district on Monday evening when a four-month-old baby girl of a Tamil Nadu couple was discovered dead in a well at their rented accommodation where migrant workers had taken up residence. The parents have been taken into custody for questioning by the police as part of the ongoing probe.

Incident Details

The couple had come to Kerala from their native place in search of work and was living on rent in a house in Kannur. On Monday evening, they slept in the hall of their house at about 9:30 PM. At around 11 PM, the mother of the baby woke up and found the baby missing and immediately informed her husband.

The couple and other residents then started looking for the missing child. Shortly after, the baby was found in a well close to their barracks. Attempts to rescue her proved futile, and she was declared dead. Police were promptly called in, and the officers responded on the scene to investigate the conditions of the incident.

Police Investigation

The police at Valapattanam have filed an FIR and initiated an investigation to ascertain if the incident was accidental or if there was foul play. The parents were arrested for interrogation to learn more about the events that preceded the baby’s disappearance and eventual death.

Forensic experts and child welfare department officials have also been engaged in the case to make sure that the investigation is complete. The police are now analyzing CCTV footage from the surrounding areas and interviewing neighbors to find out any potential leads.

Community Reactions

The incident has triggered shockwaves across the local community, with neighbours lamenting the sudden death of the baby in shock and worry. Many have called on the authorities to undertake a thorough investigation to shed light on the case and ensure that justice is achieved.

Authorities have reassured the public that every possible angle will be investigated, and more updates will be given as the investigation continues. The post-mortem report is likely to shed some light on the cause of death.

The untimely death of the infant has raised many questions, and police are continuing their efforts to reveal the truth about this unfortunate event.