Rape

The victim was sexually assaulted before being murdered, constituting rape under Indian law.

1. Kerala Nun Sexual Assault and Murder Case

2. Jurisdiction: India, Kerala (2025-02-10)
3. Original Case: Kerala Nun Rape Case 2025
4. VictimsMariam VargheseDefendantsJoseph KurienPlaintiffsJohn VargheseInvestigatorsA.G. BabuProsecutorsK.S. RajeevDefense AttorneysThomas MathewPlaintiff AttorneysLaila GeorgeJudgesAnil K. NairInstitutionsKerala Police Crime BranchKollam District CourtMissionaries of Charity
5. Case Tags: Rape;Murder;Clergy Sexual Abuse;High-Profile Investigation