Mother Arrested for Plotting Son's Murder Over Alcohol Addiction

In a shocking turn of events in Andhra Pradesh, a mother has been arrested for allegedly conspiring to murder her own son due to his alcohol addiction. The 50-year-old woman, Shyamala, reportedly hired a contract killer after becoming frustrated with her son's frequent demands for money. The investigation revealed a disturbing betrayal within the family, culminating in the discovery of the son's body near a liquor store. A phone call linked to the plot led to the arrest of Shyamala and several accomplices. This incident raises serious questions about familial bonds and the extremes of human behavior.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 28, 2026, 18:05 IST

A Shocking Betrayal Within the Family

The term 'family' often evokes feelings of love, trust, and belonging. It is a sanctuary where a mother endures countless hardships for her children. However, a disturbing incident in Andhra Pradesh has shattered this notion, as a mother has been accused of orchestrating her own son's murder. The motive? His struggle with alcohol addiction and escalating domestic conflicts. This shocking event has left many questioning the depths of human morality.

Authorities have apprehended a 50-year-old woman named Shyamala for allegedly conspiring to kill her 22-year-old son, Jayaprakash Reddy. Reports indicate that she hired a contract killer for 600,000 rupees. Jayaprakash, an MBA student, had recently succumbed to alcohol dependency, frequently asking his mother for money, which led to her frustration.

A Phone Call Unravels the Truth

Police Inspector Gopal Reddy revealed that Shyamala felt overwhelmed by the situation and confided in a family acquaintance, Mahesh, a farm laborer, about her desire to eliminate her son. She reportedly provided him with an advance of 50,000 rupees. Subsequently, Jayaprakash's body was discovered on November 7, near a liquor store along the Mumbai-Chennai highway in Gullapalli.

Initially, the circumstances surrounding his death were deemed suspicious. However, the investigation gained momentum with the deployment of forensic teams and a dog squad, leading to the identification of the victim. Inspector Gopal Reddy noted that a phone call from Mahesh to Shyamala revealed the entire plot. Mahesh allegedly involved several others in executing this heinous plan. Consequently, police arrested Shyamala, Mahesh, and six accomplices.