The quantum of punishment was decided after the sentencing hearing concluded last Tuesday. NEW DELHI: A Kerala court Monday sentenced a 61-year-old man to death in the sensational 2025 Nenmara double murder case after finding him guilty of killing a mother and son, according to PTI.The sentence was awarded to Chenthamara, who was convicted of murdering his neighbour Sudhakaran, 56, and Sudhakaran’s 74-year-old mother Lakshmi at Pothundi near Nenmara on January 27, 2025.The quantum of punishment was decided after the sentencing hearing concluded last Tuesday before Judge Kenneth George, who heard detailed submissions from both the prosecution and the defence before reserving the verdict.The prosecution urged the court to impose the death penalty, arguing that the crime fell within the “rarest of rare” category. It told the court that Chenthamara posed a continuing threat to society and cited his remarks after conviction to argue that he had shown no remorse.The prosecution referred to his statement in court, where he said he was “not Mahatma Gandhi” and would retaliate if attacked, claiming the remarks reflected his dangerous mindset.The defence opposed the death sentence, contending that the prosecution’s case rested on circumstantial evidence rather than eyewitness testimony. It also argued that Chenthamara’s “not Mahatma Gandhi” remark was made in the context of self-defence and was not intended as a threat to kill anyone.Chenthamara had earlier been convicted in the 2019 murder of Sajitha, who was Sudhakaran’s wife. While out on bail in that case, he allegedly hacked Sudhakaran and Lakshmi to death.He is currently facing charges in three murder cases involving the same family. According to the prosecution, Chenthamara believed Sudhakaran’s family was responsible for the breakdown of his own family, which led him to commit the killings.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi Metro Closes Five Stations, Police Block CJP’s Parliament March Amid Massive SecurityCentre To Introduce Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal OffenceDelhi Police Warns Against CJP’s Parliament March; Says No Permission Granted, Legal Action Likely’Strictly Prohibited’: Delhi Police Invokes Section 163, Issues Warning Over CJP’s Sansad MarchCJP Releases Do’s & Don’ts For ‘Chalo Sansad’ March As Sonam Wangchuk Continues Hunger StrikeFlash Floods, Landslides Hit J&K’s Poonch-Rajouri; Vaishno Devi, Amarnath Yatra SuspendedModi Govt’s Invitation To Rebel TMC Faction Sparks Row, Oppn Walks Out Of All-Party Meet‘Entire System Shakes When…’: Jantar Mantar Protesters Speak Ahead Of July 20 Sansad MarchTrump Administration Tightens F-1 Visa Rules; 4-Year Stay Limit, Shorter Grace PeriodRahul Gandhi, Kharge Seek Independent Probe Into Ram Mandir Donation Theft Allegations123PhotostoriesInspired by UK homes: Here are 6 kitchen worktop ideas to tryStop throwing potato peels and combine them with baking soda: 5 clever kitchen uses you’ll wish you knew earlierThe Most Unexpected Zodiac Pairings That Actually Work12 popular South Indian dosas and their calories per servingDoctor warns these 7 everyday habits can shorten your health span after 50, most people ignore themFrom Porcelain Bears to Leather Fish: The weird luxury fashion trend everyone’s talking aboutYour skin may be reflecting your gut health: Doctor explains why acne, eczema, and rosacea could begin in the digestive systemWhich Zodiac Signs Have the Warmest Hearts?”My three go-to pre- and post-workout snacks are…”: Japan Open 2026 winner PV Sindhu reveals her energy-boosting diet‘Ramayana’ trailer event in Delhi: What Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Rakul Preet and the star cast wore123Hot PicksDU BTech AdmissionAP EAPCET counsellingUS import pricesLeandro Paredes ParentsGerard Piqus GirlfriendAMRUT 2.0 water projectISRO scientists resignMahadev betting appSkyroot AerospaceTop TrendingErling HaalandJude BellinghamFIFA World Cup 2026CJP ProtestSonam WangchukNEET Paper LeakJoseph VijayIshowspeedAbhishek BanerjeeIran war
NEW DELHI: A Kerala court Monday sentenced a 61-year-old man to death in the sensational 2025 Nenmara double murder case after finding him guilty of killing a mother and son, according to PTI.The sentence was awarded to Chenthamara, who was convicted of murdering his neighbour Sudhakaran, 56, and Sudhakaran’s 74-year-old mother Lakshmi at Pothundi near Nenmara on January 27, 2025.The quantum of punishment was decided after the sentencing hearing concluded last Tuesday before Judge Kenneth George, who heard detailed submissions from both the prosecution and the defence before reserving the verdict.The prosecution urged the court to impose the death penalty, arguing that the crime fell within the “rarest of rare” category. It told the court that Chenthamara posed a continuing threat to society and cited his remarks after conviction to argue that he had shown no remorse.The prosecution referred to his statement in court, where he said he was “not Mahatma Gandhi” and would retaliate if attacked, claiming the remarks reflected his dangerous mindset.The defence opposed the death sentence, contending that the prosecution’s case rested on circumstantial evidence rather than eyewitness testimony. It also argued that Chenthamara’s “not Mahatma Gandhi” remark was made in the context of self-defence and was not intended as a threat to kill anyone.Chenthamara had earlier been convicted in the 2019 murder of Sajitha, who was Sudhakaran’s wife. While out on bail in that case, he allegedly hacked Sudhakaran and Lakshmi to death.He is currently facing charges in three murder cases involving the same family. According to the prosecution, Chenthamara believed Sudhakaran’s family was responsible for the breakdown of his own family, which led him to commit the killings.
