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Crime
Two Malayali Women Murdered in California, Bodies Arrive in Kochi for Last Rites
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 08:16 PM
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The bodies of two Malayali women killed in a California homicide have been flown to Kochi, where families will perform last rites.
Two Malayali women, identified as victims of a homicide in California, were repatriated to India on Monday. The Indian consulate in the United States coordinated the transport, and the bodies arrived at Kochi International Airport for final religious rites.
The victims, both in their late twenties, were found dead in a residential area of Los Angeles last week. Local police confirmed the deaths as homicides and are continuing their investigation, while Indian authorities have been assisting the families with the repatriation process.
Upon arrival, the bodies were handed over to the families and local police officials. Traditional rituals began shortly after, with community members gathering at the airport premises to pay their respects.
Kerala police have pledged cooperation with U.S. law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough investigation. The case has drawn attention from the Malayali diaspora, who are awaiting further updates on the motive and suspects involved.
The community in Kochi is expected to hold a formal funeral ceremony later today, adhering to customary Hindu rites.
The victims, both in their late twenties, were found dead in a residential area of Los Angeles last week. Local police confirmed the deaths as homicides and are continuing their investigation, while Indian authorities have been assisting the families with the repatriation process.
Upon arrival, the bodies were handed over to the families and local police officials. Traditional rituals began shortly after, with community members gathering at the airport premises to pay their respects.
Kerala police have pledged cooperation with U.S. law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a thorough investigation. The case has drawn attention from the Malayali diaspora, who are awaiting further updates on the motive and suspects involved.
The community in Kochi is expected to hold a formal funeral ceremony later today, adhering to customary Hindu rites.