Jolly Joseph Case Update: Witness Turns Hostile, Denying Previous Statement
The Koodathayi serial murder case has taken a new twist with the 60th witness turning hostile. This case has gripped the nation, and dientuthuvi.com is following the developments closely to bring you the latest updates.
I. Witness Turns Hostile in Koodathayi Serial Murder Case
Witness Denies Previous Statement
In a surprising turn of events, the 60th witness in the Koodathayi serial murder case has turned hostile. Saranya Prajikumar, the wife of the third accused, Prajikumar, denied her previous statement given to the Special Investigation Team.
Saranya had earlier revealed that the second accused, M.S. Mathew, was a close friend of her husband. She was also the mahasar witness of the police squad that recovered cyanide from a jewellery shop at Thamarassery as incriminating evidence against Jolly Joseph, the prime accused in the case.
Motive for Turning Hostile
It is unclear why Saranya has turned hostile. However, it is worth noting that her husband is one of the accused in the case. It is possible that she is trying to protect him by denying her previous statement.
Another possibility is that Saranya is simply afraid of testifying against Jolly Joseph. Joseph is a powerful and influential figure in the local community, and Saranya may fear retaliation if she testifies against her.
Impact on the Case
Saranya’s decision to turn hostile is a major setback for the prosecution. Her testimony was expected to be crucial in proving the case against Jolly Joseph.
However, the prosecution still has a strong case against Joseph. There is a lot of other evidence that links her to the murders, including the fact that she was the beneficiary of the victims’ life insurance policies.
| Witness | Relationship to Accused | Previous Statement | Current Statement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saranya Prajikumar | Wife of third accused | M.S. Mathew was a close friend of her husband | Denied previous statement |
| Jipsy | Wife of Maikad native Surendran | Saw her husband exchanging cyanide with Mr. Prajikumar | Turned hostile |
The trial is ongoing, and it is still too early to say what the outcome will be. However, Saranya’s decision to turn hostile is a reminder that the truth can be difficult to find in a case like this.
II. Timeline of Suspected Murders
The Chain of Tragedy
The Koodathayi serial murder case is a chilling tale of suspected murders that took place over a 14-year period. It began in 2002 with the death of Jolly Joseph’s mother-in-law, Annamma Thomas. Six years later, her father-in-law, Tom Thomas, died of “heart failure.” In 2011, her husband, Roy, also died under suspicious circumstances.
Untimely Deaths
The string of deaths continued in 2014 with the discovery of Annamma’s brother, Mathew Manchadiyil, dead. The other two suspected victims were Sily, wife of Shaju Zachariya, who is Roy’s cousin, and Jolly’s second husband, Sily’s one-year-old daughter, Alphine. Both Sily and Alphine died under mysterious circumstances in 2016.
| Victim | Relationship to Jolly Joseph | Year of Death |
|---|---|---|
| Annamma Thomas | Mother-in-law | 2002 |
| Tom Thomas | Father-in-law | 2008 |
| Roy Thomas | Husband | 2011 |
| Mathew Manchadiyil | Brother-in-law | 2014 |
| Sily | Second husband’s cousin | 2016 |
| Alphine | Sily’s daughter | 2016 |
III. Motive and Investigation
Uncovering the Truth
The motive behind the Koodathayi serial murders is still unclear. However, investigators believe that Jolly Joseph may have killed her family members for financial gain.
Joseph is the prime suspect in the case. She was the beneficiary of the victims’ life insurance policies, and she allegedly forged their wills to inherit their property.
Investigators are also looking into the possibility that Joseph killed her family members out of jealousy or revenge.
Clues and Evidence
The police have gathered a lot of evidence against Jolly Joseph. This evidence includes:
- Eyewitness testimony
- Forensic evidence
- Financial records
- Phone records
The police are confident that they have enough evidence to convict Joseph of the murders. However, the trial is ongoing, and it is still too early to say what the outcome will be.
| Type of Evidence | Description |
|---|---|
| Eyewitness testimony | Statements from people who witnessed the murders or saw Joseph acting suspiciously |
| Forensic evidence | Physical evidence from the crime scenes, such as DNA and fingerprints |
| Financial records | Documents that show Joseph’s financial transactions, including the life insurance policies and wills |
| Phone records | Records of Joseph’s phone calls and text messages, which may show her contacting the victims or other suspects |
IV. Final Thought
The Koodathayi serial murder case is a complex and disturbing one. The recent turn of events with a witness turning hostile has added another layer of intrigue to the case. As the investigation continues, we hope that justice will be served for the victims and their families.