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Pothundy court to deliver verdict in twin murder case on Monday

Judge Kenneth George is set to announce his verdict today in the Pothundy twin murder case linked to Chenthamara, currently serving a double life sentence for Sajitha's murder back in 2019. This decision will not only affect the community but also highlight serious lapses in police protocol that enabled Chenthamara to carry out additional crimes.

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Jul 5, 2026 · 1 min read · 4 views
Pothundy court to deliver verdict in twin murder case on Monday

Key Takeaways

  • •Judge Kenneth George will announce the verdict in the Pothundy twin murder case today after final arguments concluded last week.
  • •Chenthamara, the accused, is serving a double life sentence for murdering Sajitha on August 31, 2019.
  • •On January 27, 2025, Chenthamara killed Sajitha’s husband Sudhakaran and her mother Lakshmi in Boyan Colony.
  • •The investigation revealed significant police protocol lapses, including violations of bail conditions that enabled Chenthamara's return to the colony.
  • •Prosecution in the trial is led by M.K. Vijayakumar, while the defense is represented by Jacob Mathew and Mohammed Hashim.

Today could be pivotal in Pothundy's grim judicial saga as court readies to deliver a decision after arguments wrapped last week. Judge Kenneth George of Additional District and Sessions Court-IV presides over Chenthamara's case.

Chenthamara, serving life for Sajitha's murder on August 31, 2019,now faces more charges. Though previously cleared of crimes related to Sajitha,he allegedly killed her husband,Sudhakaran, and mother,Lakshmi,on January 27,2025 .

Investigators point to deep-seated hostility toward Sajitha's family as motive . There's also scrutiny on police missteps, especially bail rules that let Chenthamara stay near Boyan Colony.

M.K . Vijayakumar leads prosecution, with Jacob Mathew and Mohammed Hashim for defense. Community waits for the verdict . What it means for future cases…

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