Malayalis from Kerala have come together to raise an impressive sum of Rs340 million to rescue Abdul Raheem from death row in Saudi Arabia. Media reports reveal that Raheem, a native of Kozhikode, had been sentenced to death in 2018 for the tragic murder of a differently-abled young boy back in 2006.
Despite the grim circumstances, the compassionate efforts of these individuals have ensured Raheem’s impending freedom. As per reports, Raheem had been employed as a driver by the boy’s family and had spent the last 18 years behind bars.
In a significant turn of events in 2023, the family of the victim opted to accept blood money, opening the door for Raheem’s salvation. A spirited campaign, buoyed by social media, garnered support from a diverse array of contributors, including non-resident Indians and business figures, all pooling resources to secure Raheem’s release.