The case originated from a heinous multiple homicide in Kerala where M A Antony also known as Antappan was found guilty of the premeditated murders of six family members in ... Ernakulam using various lethal means While the Trial Court imposed a death sentence subsequently upheld by the High Court of Kerala and the Supreme Court the appellant subsequently submitted a review petition contending that his socio-economic status absence of prior offenses and potential for rehabilitation were insufficiently evaluated