THRISSUR: A mentally disabled grandson hacked his elderly grandparents to death. The tragic incident happened at Vadakkekad in Thrissur. Abdullah Kutty (65) of Panangad and his wife Jameela (60) are the two dead. The accused Akmal has been taken into custody. Neighbours said that he was addicted to drugs.

The incident happened Monday morning. The couple were found murdered when their son staying nearby came with the breakfast. Police said the youth who was under treatment for mental issues committed the crime. The accused is the murdered couple’s daughter’s son. Akmal was staying with his grandparents. The neighbours said Akmal used to attack the couple if they refuse to give him money.

After completing the inquest proceedings, the body was sent to Thrissur Medical College for post-mortem. A team including the dog squad will inspect the spot.