The body of a Kannur native who died of Covid has been cremated.

Dubai : The body of Lateef, a native of Kannur Pappinissery Irinav, who died of COVID-19, was cremated at the Dubai Muhaisna in the western part of the house. He died two weeks ago at a friend's residence in Jebel Ali, Dubai. He was a taxi driver in Dubai for many years. He had a heart condition and his lung function deteriorated when he was infected with Corona.

There was a delay in releasing the body to ensure that there was no mystery in the death. Social activist Salam Pappinissery, Latif's brother Noushad, locals Kasim Irinav, Basheer Irinav, Shahid Pappinissery,worked to complete the procedures. His wife is Jaseela, a native of Kannur Azhikode. Children: Ladeeb and Sahal.