Kerala Man, 37, Found Shot Dead in Kannur as Police Probe Possible Hunting Accident

Overview

• Police identified the deceased as Sijo, 37, a resident of Nellamkuzhi in Kannur.
• Officers said he suffered a chest gunshot wound and early findings point to an accidental discharge during hunting.
• A companion who was with him was taken into custody with a firearm for questioning, and the inquiry is ongoing.
• The Hindu reported the weapon was a country-made gun and that cases were registered under the Arms Act and BNS 194.
• Police said the shooting occurred in the early hours near Vellora, with an inquest conducted and the body moved to Kannur Medical College Hospital.