Man hacked to death near Keezha Devanallur
A 33-year-old man named Ramesh Ram was hacked to death by a group of assailants near Keezha Devanallur, India. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for others involved in the targeted attack.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing issues with communal violence and law enforcement challenges in regional areas.
A 33-year old man was hacked to death near Keezha Devanallur in the district late on Saturday.
Police identified the deceased as Ramesh Ram, a resident of Keezha Devanallur. He was allegedly called to Manimuthar canal near Keezha Devanallur over the phone. During an altercation, he was allegedly attacked with a sickle by a group of people and died on the spot.
Kalakkad police sent the body to Tirunelveli Government Medical College Hospital for postmortem examination.
A case was registered at Kalakkad police station. Police arrested Sriram Boopathi, 18, of Kallidaikurichi in connection with the incident. Further investigation is under way.
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