On Friday night Armstrong was hacked to death near his Perampur, residence in Chennai.
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The hospital is being guarded by a large number of police officers including senior police officers to prevent disorderliness.
This murder caused a lot violence, such that nearby business premises were closed and MTC bus services ceased operations thereby leading to unrests within the area.
The authorities have apprehended eight suspects and constituted a special investigation team (SIT).
“Until now, eight persons involved in this murder case have been arrested, but we caution you that this is an initial probe… 10 teams have been formed,” said Asra Garg Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), North Chennai. “We nabbed 8 suspects in relation to the killing. This is just a primary investigation…We made 10 teams.
She called it very sad and sorrowful because she feels that it’s regrettable what has happened.”
“This brutal murder of K. Armstrong who was the chairperson of BSP Tamil Nadu outside his official residence in Channai is indeed heart-rending as well as condemnable. He also used to be an attorney by profession And The state has seen emergences of strong Dalit voice
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami also criticized the ruling DMK party over the incident, highlighting concerns over law and order in the state. Through social media he expressed his dissatisfaction saying,”. Why should one criticize this country’s low enforcement when such leaders can be assassinated?
To ensure public safety and maintain calm amidst growing restiveness following murder incidents demonstrations currently happening throughout at Chennai city center.
‘Shocking painful’: TVK chairman Vijay condemns killings
The brutal murder of Armstrong, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay, expressed condolence to his family. Family extends sympathies.
“X” by Vijay writes, “This is a shocking and painful happening. Condolences to Armstrong’s family & party workers for Samajwaite Party. The Tamil Nadu government also needs to initiate necessary precautions to curtail such future happenings.
