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Diwali horror: 3 murdered in Tamil Nadu
9 Nov
Summary
- Two teenagers hacked to death near Samayapuram toll plaza.
- IT employee fatally stabbed after firecracker argument.
- Police form special teams to investigate triple murders.
Tragic incidents unfolded in Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, as three individuals lost their lives during Diwali celebrations. Two teenagers, identified as daily wage labourers Rahul (17) and Vishal (17), were attacked with sharp weapons near the Samayapuram toll plaza.
They were found with severe injuries, and both succumbed before reaching the hospital. The Superintendent of Police visited the scene, and forensic experts are aiding the investigation, with CCTV footage being reviewed.
In a separate event near Irungalur, Christopher (20), an IT employee on holiday, was allegedly stabbed to death with an iron spanner. This occurred after an argument erupted with local residents over the bursting of firecrackers.
Police have registered a case and are actively searching for the three accused. The incidents have caused considerable shock and grief among the local population.
