THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A retired nursing superintendent was found dead in her house. Vijayamma (79) who was staying in a rented house in Poudikonam was found lying dead under her bed last night.

Some beat marks were seen on her body and face. A murder is suspected. Forensic experts reached the spot and conducted an investigation. The body is said to be at least of two days old.

Vijayamma and her son whose legs had to be amputated were staying in the house. Her son called his relatives and informed about his mother’s death. However, the police said that he was speaking contradictorily.

Her husband had died earlier. Although married, he estranged from her. In 2017, his son tried to commit suicide by jumping in front of a train due to family issues. His legs had to be amputated after that.