Accused in caste killing crime attacks aged SC man in Ramanathapuram
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A 61-year-old man from the Scheduled Caste community is in critical condition after being assaulted in Ramanathapuram by a suspect previously linked to a caste-based killing.
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- Chellamuthu was attacked with wooden logs while working at a restaurant in Ramanathapuram on September 13.
- The victim initially experienced difficulties securing a police complaint and medical treatment.
- He is currently in critical condition in the intensive care unit of Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai.
- The NGO Evidence has called for the immediate arrest of the suspect, Dinesh Kumar, and for financial compensation for the victim.
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- The arrest of suspect Dinesh Kumar by local authorities
- Medical update on Chellamuthu's condition following his 48-hour observation period
- Potential state government response regarding compensation and legal action
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A. Kathir
executive director of Evidence
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“the police should immediately arrest the prime suspect identified as Dinesh Kumar, who figured in a caste killing crime a few years ago. The police should also detain the accused under the Goondas Act. The State government should give ₹25 lakh as compensation to Chellamuthu and also ensure the best treatment.”
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…has been kept in the ICCU and doctors on Friday stated that the condition was critical and that they could spell out the next course of action only after 48 hours. The Evidence executive director A. Kathir said that the police should immediately arrest the prime suspect identified as Dinesh Kumar, who figured in a caste killing crime a few years ago. The police should also detain the accused under the Goondas Act. The State government should give ₹25 lakh as compensation to Chellamuthu and also ensure the best treatment. Published - September 25, 2026 10:29 pm IST…
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NamedIndia · Chellamuthu · Government Rajaji Hospital · Madurai · Ramanathapuram · Ramanathapuram Government Medical College and Hospital · A. Kathir · Dinesh Kumar · Evidence
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