Sukumara Kurup is an Indian fugitive who was the prime accused in the Chacko murder case. He is one of the most wanted criminals in Kerala and has been on a run away from police custody since 1984.He grew up in a middle-class family in Cheriyanad, Chengannur, Alappuzha, Kerala.Kurup was a daredevil since childhood.After completing his pre-degree course, Sukumara joined the Indian Air Force as an airman. The job didnt interest him much, and he took a long break from work. He was marked a deserter after he failed to return to his job after his leave ended.Fearing a deserter inquiry on him, Sukumara bribed a head-constable to produce a fake report of his (Kurups) death.Once, when Sukumara was at his relatives place in Mumbai, he saw a girl named Sarasamma and fell in love with her. Her mother worked as a house help at his Cheriyanad home. While Sukumara was serving the Indian Air Force, Sarsamma was pursuing a nursing course in Mumbai. The two of them started meeting each other regularly and soon, began dating.When Sukumaras parents came to know about their affair they tried to end their relationship by sending letters to Sarasamma; ordering her to quit. However, captivated by Sarasammas beauty, Sukumara married her in a secret ceremony at a temple in Matunga.After marrying Sarasamma, Kurup prepared himself to move to Abu Dhabi.He changed his name to Sukumara Pillai and applied for a passport. After receiving the passport, Sukumara flew to Abu Dhabi and began working as an executive with a marine petroleum company. His job earned him a steady income.Soon, his wife Sarasamma also moved to Abu Dhabi. She worked there as a nurse at a private hospital.