Man Arrested for Strangling Father in Chennai After Argument
Inebriated man strangles father to death using towel in Chennai
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In Vandalur, Chennai, a 27-year-old man named Ajith Kumar was arrested for strangling his father, Perumal, to death during a quarrel. The incident occurred late Wednesday night after Ajith returned home intoxicated, leading to a fatal confrontation.
- 01Ajith Kumar, 27, strangled his father, Perumal, 51, during a quarrel.
- 02The incident took place in their home in Vandalur, Chennai.
- 03Ajith initially misled his mother about the cause of his father's collapse.
- 04Emergency responders suspected foul play and alerted the police.
- 05Ajith confessed to the crime and has been remanded in judicial custody.
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On Wednesday night in Vandalur, Chennai, a tragic incident unfolded when 27-year-old Ajith Kumar strangled his father, Perumal, aged 51, during a heated argument. The confrontation erupted after Ajith returned home inebriated around 11 PM. Following the altercation, Ajith called his mother, who was at her daughter's house in Maduravoyal, claiming that Perumal had suddenly collapsed. However, when emergency medical responders arrived, they suspected foul play and informed the police. Upon questioning, Ajith confessed to the crime and was subsequently arrested. He is now in judicial custody as investigations continue into this tragic event.
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This incident highlights the serious issues surrounding alcohol abuse and domestic violence in the community.
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