The Naduveerapattu police on Thursday arrested an AIADMK functionary for allegedly threatening a 40-year-old man with his licensed pistol over a dispute.
Police said the accused, identified as K. Gopal, 36, joint secretary of the IT Wing of the AIADMK Cuddalore East district unit, was arrested and a licensed pistol seized from him.
According to police, 60-year-old Krishnamoorthy of Kulandhaikuppam was running a red sand quarry in the village. He had sand mined from adjoining land belonging to Vinodha (40), also an AIADMK functionary. The duo got into an argument and Krishnamoorthy’s son Gopal allegedly threatened Vinodh with his pistol and assaulted him.
Based on a complaint filed by Vinodh, the police arrested Gopal and seized his pistol. A case has been registered.
Published – 29 Jan 2026 20:40 IST
