JALANDHAR: A priest who had filed a complaint against Bishop Franco Mulakkal was found dead in Bhogpur in Jalandhar. 60-year-old father Kuriakose Kattuthara was found dead on Monday morning. The cause of his death has not been identified. He had been suffering from age-related ailments. However, a group of priests have alleged conspiracy behind the death. The cause of death will be identified in the post-mortem.

Fr Kuriakose had filed a complaint against Franco Mulakkal in the nun abuse case.

Kuriakose's brother Jose Kattuthara told media that he is suspicious of the death. He has alleged that his brother was murdered for giving statement against Franco Mulakkal. He was frequently threatened by the church officials. Fr Kuriakose had said that his life was under threat.

Franco Mulakkal who had received bail is currently in Jalandhar.