Thirumudivakkam police shoot history-sheeter and apprehend him
A 26-year-old history-sheeter named Karuppu was shot in the ankle by police after he allegedly attacked an officer with a knife during a weapon recovery operation. The suspect, who has a significant criminal record, was apprehended alongside an associate in Thirumudivakkam.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing law enforcement challenges in managing repeat offenders and the risks associated with high-stakes criminal investigations in urban areas.
A special police team shot and apprehended a 26-year-old history-sheeter who allegedly attacked a head constable while attempting to escape on Saturday (July 18, 2026).
A senior officer of the Tambaram Police Commissionerate said the accused, Karuppu alias Tamilazhagu, was a resident of Eeswaran Kovil Street in Thirumudivakkam, and several criminal cases were registered against him, including 15 murder and attempt to murder cases.
Based on a tip off, a special team led by Thirumudivakkam police inspector Muthukumar apprehended him along with his associate Akash alias Surya, 24. Later, the police team based on their alleged confession, took Karuppu for recovering the weapons “they had hidden at a location near the Kavanur grounds” (near Kundrathur).
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