Six arrested for stabbing youth in Tirupati

The Tirupati Rural Police on Friday (October 9, 2026) arrested six persons in connection with a reported attack on the outskirts of the city late on Thursday (October 8).

According to reports, one Chakra Sri Vishnu, a youth belonging to Avilala Ambedkar Colony, was allegedly stabbed by Manohar, Gautam, Bharat, Teja, Raja and Srikanth of the same locality. He was immediately taken to a local hospital for treatment.

Police said the arrestees would be produced before a local court on Saturday (October 10). While investigating the reason for the attack, police have stepped up surveillance in the colony on suspicion of retaliation.

Published – 9 Oct 2026 20:42 IST