Man allegedly hurls Molotov cocktail at relative’s house over property dispute in Erode
A 45-year-old man, Mohan, allegedly hurled a Molotov cocktail at his maternal uncle Sellamuthu's house in Erode, Tamil Nadu, stemming from a property dispute. The petrol-filled container did not ignite, causing no major damage, and police have registered a case based on Sellamuthu's complaint. The dispute reportedly originated from a property division 10 years prior, where Mohan's mother received ₹5 lakh.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the potential for violence and criminal acts arising from family property disputes, underscoring the social and legal challenges associated with such conflicts in India. It reflects underlying tensions that can escalate into dangerous situations.
A 45-year-old man allegedly hurled a Molotov cocktail at the house of his maternal uncle following a property dispute at Kalliyam Pudur near Vijayamangalam in Erode on Sunday, October 4, 2026, night.
The police said that Sellamuthu, 61, a welding worker and resident of Mariamman Kovil Street, and his relative Mohan lived in the same locality. Sellamuthu is Mohan’s maternal uncle. According to the police, about 10 years ago, Sellamuthu and his brother Ranganathan acquired a family property at Perur in Salem district after paying ₹5 lakh to Mohan’s mother, Rasammal, as part of the property division.
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