Alappuzha man found dead in parked car; friend unconscious

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Alappuzha: A man was found dead inside a parked car in Poochakkal, while another person was found unconscious on Friday evening. The deceased is Joshy Antony (45), also known as Mathachan, a resident of Thycattussery. His friend, Manoj (55), from Punnampozhi, was found with him.
Locals and auto drivers grew suspicious after noticing that the car had remained stationary for several hours without any movement. They informed the authorities. The police, with the help of a vehicle mechanic, then opened the car. Joshy was in the driver’s seat, while Manoj was in the back seat. Joshy was already dead, and Manoj was in a semi-conscious state.
Both were taken to the Thuravoor Taluk Hospital, where doctors confirmed Joshy’s death. A post-mortem examination will be conducted on Saturday.