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History-sheeter Dies After Complaining of Chest Pain During Police Remand
A shocking incident unfolded in Sevvapet Police station, located in Thiruvallur district, where a notorious history-sheeter tragically passed away after complaining of severe chest pain while being taken to court for remand on Saturday.
Identity of the Deceased
The deceased has been identified as Santhakumar, a man in his thirties with a long criminal record that included over 12 cases, including two murders. Notably, he was the prime suspect in the murder of P.P.G. Shankar, the State treasurer of the SC/ST wing of the BJP, which took place in Valarpuram near Chennai.
Background of the Case
Shankar met a tragic end in April 2023 when he was brutally hacked to death by a gang while travelling on the Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway. The assailants even resorted to hurling country bombs at his vehicle, indicating the extreme nature of the crime.
Santhakumar was subsequently apprehended by the authorities, along with several others linked to the case. While some of the suspects were detained under the stringent Goondas Act, seven of them were granted bail after the Act was quashed by the court. However, they were required to regularly report to the Nazarathpet police station as per the conditions of their bail.
Police Intervention
Recently released on bail, the group of suspects was under police scrutiny as they were found staying at a wedding hall within the Putlur police station jurisdiction. Suspecting their intentions to commit further crimes to sustain themselves financially, police officers from Sevvapet Police station took action to secure the suspects for questioning.
During the interrogation process, it was uncovered that the suspects were indeed planning to engage in criminal activities to meet their financial needs. As they were being escorted to court from the police station, Santhakumar suddenly complained of chest pain and collapsed. Despite immediate medical attention at the Government General Hospital in Thiruvallur, he was pronounced dead upon arrival, with preliminary investigations indicating a possible cardiac arrest as the cause of death.
Controversy and Investigation
His family members have raised concerns about possible custodial torture leading to his untimely demise. However, senior police officials have refuted these claims, citing the absence of any external injuries or signs of excessive force during the incident. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Santhakumar’s death is ongoing, with authorities committed to uncovering the truth behind this tragic event.
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