Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Kannur Jail Escape: Soumya Murder Convict Recaptured
A man named Govindachamy, who was in jail for a very sad crime where a young woman named Soumya was hurt and killed, escaped from prison.
The escape happened early one morning in Kannur, and it made everyone worried.
Police looked for him, and he was found near a building in the city.
The jail officials are now being questioned to understand how the escape could happen.
The victim's mother is upset and wants justice for the crime committed against her daughter.
Govindachamy, convicted in the 2011 Soumya rape and murder case, escaped from Kannur Central Jail.
The escape occurred on July 25th, triggering a manhunt and raising concerns about prison security.
Govindachamy, missing one arm, reportedly used knotted garments to scale the prison wall.
Police have apprehended Govindachamy, who was found near a derelict building in Kannur city.
The incident has prompted investigations and criticism of jail authorities.
- Who
- Govindachamy, the convict, and authorities involved in the search and investigation.
- What
- Govindachamy, a convict in the Soumya rape and murder case, escaped from Kannur Central Jail and was later apprehended.
- When
- The escape happened on July 25th, and he was apprehended several hours later.
- Where
- Kannur Central Jail, Kerala, and later near a building in Kannur city.
- Why
- The reason for the escape is currently under investigation, as is how he managed to flee the prison.
Public and Victim's Family
Jail Authorities
Justice for victim
Public and Victim's Family
Demand stricter punishment and criticize perceived leniency.
Jail Authorities
N/A
Jail Security
Public and Victim's Family
Demand full investigation and questioning of prison staff.
Jail Authorities
N/A
- Convict's Name
- Govindachamy alias Charley Thomas
- Original Crime
- Rape and Murder of Soumya
- Location of Escape
- Kannur Central Jail
- Date of Escape
- July 25th
- Status
- Apprehended
- Age of victim
- 23
- Location of apprehension
- Kannur city limits
