Coimbatore: Robbery Suspect Who Attacked Cops With Sickle Shot, Arrested

RunWithRugs · 2026-03-07T06:24:43+00:00

Tamil Nadu Police arrested robbery suspect Balamurugan, who attacked an officer during his capture near Sulur. Linked to chain-snatching incidents, he was shot in the leg by police for self-defense and later hospitalized. An official inquiry is underway.

RunWithRugs

2026-03-07 06:24:43

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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News)

Tamil Nadu Police apprehended a robbery suspect, who allegedly attacked officers during an arrest attempt near Sulur in Coimbatore district on Thursday. The accused, identified as Balamurugan from Sivaganga, was reportedly linked to a series of chain-snatching and robbery incidents targeting college students in Coimbatore’s suburban areas, police said.

Details of the Arrest and Confrontation

According to police sources, as a special team closed in on his hideout near Sulur, Balamurugan resisted arrest and attacked Sub-Inspector Yuvaraj with a sickle. In response, Inspector Prem Anand fired at the suspect’s right leg in self-defence, allowing the team to overpower and take him into custody.

Aftermath and Official Inquiry

Later, Balamurugan was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical treatment. District Superintendent of Police Karthikeyan initiated an official inquiry into the incident. Further details are awaited. (ANI)

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