Kerala Man Wanted in Murder Cases Arrested in Bengaluru After 22 Years
A 49-year-old man from Kerala, wanted in three cases including two murders and an attempt to murder, was arrested in Bengaluru after evading capture for 22 years. Identified as P. Rakesh (also known as Sabu), he had been living under an alias with his family while working in catering. The arrest followed a months-long investigation by a special police team using enhanced photographs and surveillance. Rakesh had gone into hiding after being released on bail and was declared a proclaimed offender by the court.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 47/100.
Outlets measured: news18, thehindu. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 18 Aug, 11:05 am. Other outlets followed.
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