A startling discovery in Alappuzha, Kerala, has left residents and authorities grappling with unanswered questions after a beggar who died following a road accident was found to be carrying more than Rs 4.5 lakh in cash. The money was recovered from a container found close to his body, revealing a side of the man’s life that few in the area had ever suspected.
The deceased has been identified from hospital records as Anil Kishore, a familiar figure in Charummoot and nearby localities, where he was often seen begging for food and basic necessities. His sudden death—and the wealth found alongside him—has sparked widespread astonishment.
Accident, Hospital Visit, and Sudden Death
According to local accounts, Kishore met with a road accident on Monday night, sustaining injuries. Bystanders rushed him to a nearby hospital for treatment. However, he reportedly left the hospital soon after admission, without providing detailed personal information or contacting anyone.
By Tuesday morning, Kishore was found dead outside a shop in the area. When police and local residents examined the surroundings, they noticed a container lying near his body. What initially appeared unremarkable soon turned into a discovery that shocked the entire community.
Container Reveals Cash, Foreign Currency, Old Notes
Upon inspection, authorities found that the container was filled with currency notes, carefully stored inside plastic tins. The cash included Indian currency, foreign notes, and even the now-withdrawn Rs 2,000 denomination, which has been out of circulation, reported News 18.
Police confirmed that the total amount recovered exceeded Rs 4.5 lakh. The presence of foreign currency and banned notes deepened the mystery surrounding Kishore’s life and how he managed to accumulate such a substantial sum.
Local residents said Kishore lived a visibly modest life, often begging daily for meals. Panchayat member Philip Umman, who was present when the container was opened, noted that the discovery left the entire neighbourhood stunned, as no one had imagined that a man living on alms could possess such wealth.
Authorities have sent Kishore’s body for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. Police officials said that the recovered money will be deposited with the court, irrespective of whether family members or relatives come forward to claim it.
