Youth hacked to death near Madurai

A 25-year-old man named Sanjay Kumar was murdered by an armed gang in Madurai, India, on Thursday. Police are currently investigating the incident, suspecting a previous motive behind the attack.
Why it matters
This incident highlights local law and order concerns in the region and the ongoing issue of violent crime.
A 25-year-old youth, Sanjay Kumar, was hacked to death at Thenkarai in Madurai district police limits on Thursday evening.
The police suspect that a previous motive could have led to the murder.
When the deceased was at a coconut godown, a three-member armed gang attacked him with lethal weapons and killed him.
The body has been taken to Government Rajaji Hospital.
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