Gang held in Ranipet for killing laborer

Nemili police arrested four persons in Ranipet on Tuesday for killing a laborer in the area due to previous enmity.

The arrested persons have been identified as R. Inbarasu (21), S. Akash (24), T. Rahul Gandhi (22) and G. Vignesh (22). They are residents of Nemili village in the district.

Initial investigation revealed that deceased R. Manikandan (27) was working as a daily wage laborer in the village. Police said he got into an argument with Inbarasu, the key suspect, over the parking of two-wheelers near his house. They have been fighting over the issue for the past few months.

Police said that along with his friends, Inbarasu decided to eliminate Manikandan to end the problem. Accordingly, the police said the gang intercepted Manikandan, who was returning home, and hacked him to death on October 13.

Police said special teams were subsequently formed to nab the suspects. CCTV cameras along the route were analysed. There were also local investigations. The suspects were caught from a hideout in the village. A case has been registered. A probe is underway.

Published – 20 October 2026 18:18 IST