North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: In Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, due to old rivalry, such a method of murder of an elderly person was adopted which has shocked the entire state. A 70-year-old elderly farmer, who has been identified Panneerselvam As it happened, he was burnt alive by pouring petrol outside his house. The police have arrested the main accused in this case, who is said to be a distant relative of the victim.
Eyewitness account of the crime (The Crime Scene)
The incident occurred when Panneerselvam was standing near his house. then the accused Pavadasamy Suddenly he reached there and without thinking anything sprinkled petrol on the old man.
Sudden Attack: Before the elders could understand anything or run away from there, the accused lit a matchbox and threw it at them.
The elders continued to suffer: Panneerselvam was surrounded by flames and started screaming for help. By the time people nearby came running and extinguished the fire, they were badly burnt.
Death in hospital: He was taken to the government hospital in a critical condition, but despite all the efforts of the doctors, he could not be saved.
Police investigation: What was the reason for the murder?
In the initial investigation, the police found the reason behind this murder. Old rivalry and property dispute Has been cited as the main reason.
| Main points of investigation | Description |
|---|---|
| identification of the accused | Pavadasamy (main accused), who is a relative of the deceased elder. |
| cause of dispute | A long-running legal and family dispute over a piece of land. |
| viral video | A disturbing video of the incident has gone viral on social media, which the police have considered as key evidence. |
Accused arrested, tension in the area
After the incident, the accused Pavadasamy had fled from the spot, but the police laid siege and caught him within a few hours. There is an atmosphere of tension in the village after the murder of an elderly person by torture, in view of which additional police force has been deployed.
Questions on increasing crimes
This incident raises serious questions on the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu. An elderly person being burnt alive in public is a proof of the insensitivity of the society and the loss of fear of law from the minds of criminals. Human rights organizations have demanded harshest punishment in this case.
