Brutal Murder in Cuddalore: AIADMK Functionary Hacked to Death by Gang

A former councillor and AIADMK district representative was brutally murdered by a gang in Cuddalore on Saturday night, sparking tension in the area.

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Brutal Murder in Cuddalore: AIADMK Functionary Hacked to Death by Gang
Real Estate:A shocking incident of gang violence has shaken the city of Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu. On Saturday night, a former councillor and AIADMK district representative, D Pushpanathan, was hacked to death by a group of bike-borne assailants. The 45-year-old victim, who was also involved in real estate and meat businesses, was riding his bike on Surasamharam Street when the gang attacked him.

According to eyewitnesses, Pushpanathan abandoned his bike and tried to flee, but the gang chased him down and hacked him to death. Panic spread among the people on the road, with many running for their lives. The police were alerted and sent the body to the government hospital for autopsy. The incident has sparked tension in the area, with relatives and supporters of Pushpanathan staging a protest in front of the hospital, demanding immediate action in the case.

The police have detained three suspects and are questioning them. Initial investigations suggest that enmity over Pushpanathan's meat business may have led to the murder. The body was later sent to the Government Villupuram Medical College Hospital in Mundiyampakkam for further autopsy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was the victim of the gang violence in Cuddalore?

The victim was D Pushpanathan, a former councillor and AIADMK district representative.

What was the victim involved in besides politics?

Pushpanathan was also involved in real estate and meat businesses.

What was the cause of the murder, according to initial investigations?

Enmity over Pushpanathan's meat business is suspected to be the reason behind the murder.

How many suspects have been detained by the police?

Three suspects have been detained by the police and are being questioned.

What was the reaction of Pushpanathan's relatives and supporters after the incident?

They staged a protest in front of the hospital, demanding immediate action in the case.

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