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Crime
Two Kerala Women Murdered in US by Alleged Friend After Onam Celebration
✍️ NDTV
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 11:03 PM
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Two women from Kerala living in the United States were found dead, allegedly killed by a man they considered a friend after celebrating the Onam festival together.
Two women originally from Kerala, who had been residing in the United States, were discovered dead in a homicide that police say was carried out by a man they described as a close friend. The victims had recently gathered to celebrate Onam, the traditional harvest festival of Kerala, before the fatal incident occurred.
Local authorities in the United States have opened a murder investigation, treating the case as a homicide and questioning the suspect, who is believed to have been involved in the victims' social circle. Investigators are collecting forensic evidence and statements from neighbours and acquaintances to establish a timeline.
The incident has drawn attention from the Indian diaspora and officials in Kerala, who are monitoring the case closely. Consular officials have offered assistance to the families of the deceased and are coordinating with U.S. law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough inquiry.
While details about the exact location within the United States have not been disclosed, the case underscores concerns about the safety of overseas Indian communities and the need for vigilance during cultural gatherings.
The families of the victims have been informed, and a formal request for a detailed police report has been made to the relevant authorities. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Local authorities in the United States have opened a murder investigation, treating the case as a homicide and questioning the suspect, who is believed to have been involved in the victims' social circle. Investigators are collecting forensic evidence and statements from neighbours and acquaintances to establish a timeline.
The incident has drawn attention from the Indian diaspora and officials in Kerala, who are monitoring the case closely. Consular officials have offered assistance to the families of the deceased and are coordinating with U.S. law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough inquiry.
While details about the exact location within the United States have not been disclosed, the case underscores concerns about the safety of overseas Indian communities and the need for vigilance during cultural gatherings.
The families of the victims have been informed, and a formal request for a detailed police report has been made to the relevant authorities. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.