Police Shoot Suspect in PMK Functionary Murder Case

Vellore police shot a history-sheeter named Poovarasan in the leg early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred near Gudiyattam while officers were conducting a weapon recovery operation related to a PMK functionary's murder.

The suspect reportedly attacked a sub-inspector in an attempt to escape police custody. Officials opened fire to stop the suspect, who was subsequently apprehended and taken for medical treatment.

Source: This report is based on information first published by ThePrint. Compiled by the Vellore News Desk.