State vs Unknown persons — Ernakulam District Court evidence theft

Timeline

1. 2 Nov 2026News

   Police launch probe into alleged theft of evidence in 124 cases from Magistrate court in Kochi

   Alleged theft took place from the court’s evidence room between January 1, 2016 and September 21, 2026, according to FIR

   The Hindu

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The police are investigating the alleged theft of evidence related to many legal cases.

   Who:

   The police are investigating unknown persons at the Magistrate Court in Kochi.

   When:

   It happened between January 1, 2016 and September 21, 2026.

   Where:

   The incident took place at the Magistrate Court in Kochi, Ernakulam.

   Why:

   The investigation follows an official report alleging that evidence from many cases was stolen.

   What it means:

   The police have launched a formal investigation into the missing items.

2. 2 Nov 2026News

   Theft of evidence from Ernakulam District Court; 124 pieces of evidence including a Rado watch stolen.

   Asianet News

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   One hundred twenty-four items of evidence, including a watch, were stolen from a courthouse.

   Who:

   The state is the investigator and the Ernakulam District Court is the victim of the theft.

   When:

   Reported on 2 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   Ernakulam District Court, Kochi, Kerala, and the Kochi Magistrate Court.

   What it means:

   The court must address the loss of these items, which are necessary for the legal proceedings.