A tragic incident in Kerala's Malappuram district has claimed the life of a three-year-old boy after he choked on a peanut while eating a snack at his home.

According to police, the incident took place on Monday in Kunnumpuram area. A police officer from the Vengara police station said the child was eating mixture when a peanut from the snack accidentally got stuck in his throat, causing him to choke.

The toddler was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical assistance. However, despite efforts by doctors, he could not be saved.