Man stabbed to death by friend in Kottayam, accused on the run

Kottayam: A man was allegedly stabbed to death by his friend near Pala in Kottayam district, central Kerala, on Sunday morning, according to police.

The deceased has been identified as P. J. Baby, a resident of Vallachira. The accused, A. L. Philipose, also from Vallachira, is currently absconding.

Police revealed that the two men had financial dealings, which led to an argument earlier in the day. During the altercation, Philipose reportedly stabbed Baby.

After the incident, the accused fled the scene, and a manhunt has been launched to apprehend him, police added.

With PTI inputs