THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A 32-year-old youth killed his mother and then committed suicide. The woman has been identified as Mohana Kumari (62) of Perungadavila and her son as Vipin. The incident was reported Friday morning at 10.30 am. A fight broke out between his mother and wife Friday morning. It is suspected that he may have taken the drastic step in a fit of rage.

She was found murdered by the locals after Vipin was found hanging in a field near his house. They soon informed the Marayamuttom police. A suicide note has been recovered from the house. Finger print experts and dog squad have reached the spot.