Kerala Home Minister orders Crime Branch to probe reports fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive
28 Aug 2026Updated 16 days ago2 sources
The Kerala Home Minister has directed the Crime Branch to verify reports claiming that infamous fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive and residing in Brunei. Kurup has been wanted by the police since the 1984 murder of Chacko in Mavelikara, which was allegedly committed to fake his own death and claim a life insurance payout.
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What happened
The Home Minister of Kerala has instructed the Crime Branch to investigate reports claiming that long-time fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive. Reports suggest he is living in Brunei under a false identity.
Why it matters
Sukumara Kurup is one of India's most notorious and longest-evading fugitives, wanted for a murder committed over four decades ago. Confirming his existence or location would resolve one of the region's most famous unsolved search operations.
What we know
- Sukumara Kurup is wanted for the 1984 murder of Chacko in Mavelikara.
- The murder was allegedly part of a scheme to fake Kurup's death to claim a life insurance payout.
- Recent reports claim he is alive, living in Brunei under an alias, and using a different passport.
- The Kerala Home Minister has officially ordered the Crime Branch to verify these claims.
What we don't know
- Whether the reports of Kurup living in Brunei are authentic.
- The specific alias or passport details Kurup is allegedly using.
- How the new information regarding his whereabouts was obtained or surfaced.
What's next
The Kerala Crime Branch will conduct an investigation to verify the credibility of the reports regarding Sukumara Kurup's life in Brunei.
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- Hindustan Times — IndiaKeralam Home Minister asks Crime Branch to verify reports Sukumara Kurup is alive19 days ago · English original
- The Hindu — NationalKeralam Home Minister asks Crime Branch to verify reports fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive18 days ago · English original
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