Accused flees from court premises, caught

Idukki: A man who is accused of attempting to kill his mother escaped from police custody while being produced before the first class magistrate court at Nedumkandam on Saturday morning. He was, however, caught within 15 minutes following a swift search by the police.The accused, Bala Murukan of Kinnamthotti in Udumbanchola, had been brought to the court by Udumbanchola police to be produced before the magistrate. He was reportedly handcuffed when he was brought to the court premises.Police said the accused asked the officers to remove the handcuffs as he wanted to drink water. When the police removed the handcuffs, he suddenly broke through the security cordon and fled the court premises. The police immediately launched a search in and around the court premises.He was traced and taken into custody within 15 minutes. Bala Muruka n was arrested for allegedly assaulting his mother and attempting to kill her on Friday.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in KochiStay updated with the latest Kochi news. Download the TOI App.