Parents arrested over child’s death in Kozhikode

A couple has been arrested in connection with the death of their four-month-old daughter at Kuttikkattoor near Peruvayal in Kozhikode, with police suspecting that the child was fatally assaulted by her father under the influence of alcohol.

The accused have been identified as Shijin, a native of Vayalkkara in Kuttikkattoor, and his wife Anjana. Anjana was arrested for allegedly concealing the circumstances of the child’s death. The arrest was recorded on Friday (October 23).

The infant died last October 1. She developed medical complications and was taken to a private hospital and later shifted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital where she died.

An autopsy raised suspicions of foul play. They revealed serious injuries, including a head injury to the child.

During interrogation, Anjana reportedly revealed that Shijin assaulted the child.

Published – 23 Oct 2026 19:45 IST