Published Oct 31, 2026 | 1:10 PM ⚊ Updated Oct 31, 2026 | 1:10 PM
The house where the family lived. (Special Arrangement)
Three members of a family were found dead at their residence near SB College (St. Berchmans College) in Changanassery, Kottayam on Saturday, with police suspecting suicide.
The deceased were identified as Saju Antony (64), his wife Anu (54), and their son Sabin (34).
The bodies of the couple were found in a bedroom, while their son was found in a separate storeroom.
The deaths came to light after relatives, unable to reach the family over the phone, visited their house to check on them. They subsequently alerted the police.
Police broke open the door after reaching the house.
Preliminary police inspection has not revealed any signs of external violence or foul play.
Though financial difficulties are suspected to have contributed to the deaths, the exact circumstances remain unclear.
The family had previously run a grocery store, while a homestay is currently operating on the upper floor of their house. Sabin’s wife is abroad.
Changanassery police have registered a case of unnatural death and launched a detailed investigation.
(If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Call India’s Tele-MANAS mental health helpline at 14416 for free, 24/7 support.)
(With inputs from Dileep V Kumar. Edited by R Rajesh Kumar.)
