In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the state, a DMK member, Kamaraj, was brutally hacked to death near Thiruvottiyur in Chennai. The incident has not only left the community in shock but also raised serious concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in Tamil Nadu.
Kamaraj hailed from Wimco Nagar near Tiruvottiyur in North Chennai, was not just a DMK member but also a government contractor. His father is also a member of the party.
The incident unfolded on the morning of 26 October 2023 when unknown assailants rang the doorbell of Kamaraj’s residence. When Kamaraj answered the door, he was confronted by a gang of six individuals. What followed was a gruesome attack where Kamaraj, trying to escape, was relentlessly pursued and slashed with sickles, and ultimately hacked to death. Neighbours and bystanders came out of their homes and seeing the unfolding of events, rushed to his aid and transported him to a nearby private hospital.
Despite being admitted to the intensive care unit, Kamaraj’s life could not be saved, and he succumbed to his injuries. The police have launched an investigation into this horrific incident, which has left the local community in a state of shock and disbelief. Kamaraj’s body has been sent to the government hospital for a post-mortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death.
Big city such things happen inspite of the constant and effective watch of the police department, but such random incidents can not mean that the L&O situation of the city is bad. TN is one of the safest place in the world. 👍🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/Asq67aIfGr
— Vishwatma 🇮🇳 (@HLKodo) October 26, 2023
The Ennore police are taking a comprehensive approach to their investigation, examining every lead that may shed light on the perpetrators of this heinous act. Given Kamaraj’s involvement as a government contractor, One India Tamil reports that investigators are also looking into whether the assailants harboured any animosity or grudges against him. To aid their efforts, the police are reviewing CCTV footage in the surrounding area to piece together the events leading up to the attack.
This incident, which comes on the heels of a petrol bomb attack on the Governor’s residence, underscores growing concerns about the state of law and order in Tamil Nadu. Such law and order-related incidents are not an isolated occurrence in Tamil Nadu, as the state has witnessed a disturbing trend of several deaths and violent incidents over the past few years. The need to address these security challenges and restore the peace and safety of Tamil Nadu has become a matter of utmost urgency.
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