Tamil Nadu Police Intensify Action Against Criminals Following Mayiladuthurai Murders
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Synopsis
Following the shocking twin murder in Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu Police are intensifying their crackdown on history-sheeters and bootleggers statewide. This response aims to enhance public safety and curb criminal activities through targeted operations.
Key Takeaways
- Tamil Nadu Police initiated a crackdown on history-sheeters post twin murders.
- The accused were involved in illegal liquor sales and had a history of violence.
- DGP directed intensified operations to ensure public safety.
- Monitoring of 550 active criminals is underway.
- Legal actions against notorious criminals are a priority.
Chennai, Feb 16 (NationPress) In response to the shocking twin murder of an engineering student and his relative in Mayiladuthurai, the Tamil Nadu Police have initiated a comprehensive crackdown on history-sheeters and bootleggers across the state.
The tragic incident unfolded after an altercation between three bootleggers and a group of locals.
This confrontation escalated, resulting in the violent deaths of Harish, a polytechnic graduate, and his relative Harisakthi, an engineering student.
According to police investigations, the suspects - Rajkumar, Thangadurai, and Moovendhan - were engaged in the illegal liquor trade in Muttam North Street.
These individuals had a notorious reputation for threatening and assaulting anyone who challenged their unlawful activities.
Previously, Rajkumar had been apprehended during a police raid in the vicinity.
In light of this incident, Tamil Nadu DGP Shankar Jiwal convened a high-level meeting at police headquarters on Saturday.
He instructed officers to enhance efforts against history-sheeters and bootleggers to safeguard public safety.
The Organised Crime Intelligence Unit (OCIU) is currently monitoring 550 active criminals.
DGP Jiwal emphasized the need for targeted operations, such as the Drive Against Rowdy Elements (DARE), to mitigate criminal activities.
Furthermore, he mandated police to update records of known offenders and closely watch notorious criminals.
District Superintendents of Police are charged with establishing rowdy-monitoring teams, led by Deputy Superintendents of Police, to track and investigate repeat offenders—especially in crime-prone areas.
The department is also prioritizing legal actions against these criminals to ensure convictions. Officers have been instructed to keep tabs on hostile rowdies and rival gangs to prevent further disturbances.
To dismantle criminal networks, police have commenced financial investigations into the assets and income sources of known rowdies.
Authorities aim to seize illegal properties to diminish their financial influence. Senior officers, including Deputy Commissioners of Police in urban areas and Additional Superintendents of Police in districts, have been urged to accelerate court proceedings of pending cases and pursue bail revocations for offenders breaching bail conditions.
Jayaram Venkatesan, convener of the NGO Arappor Iyakkam, underscored the critical need for police action, referring to recent violent instances such as the murder of anti-quarrying activist Jagabar Ali in Pudukkottai and the deaths of two youths at the hands of illicit liquor vendors in Mayiladuthurai.
He highlighted the importance of stringent measures against illegal activities to avert such crimes.
Meanwhile, Henri Tiphagne, Executive Director of the human rights organization People's Watch, called for the complete enforcement of the 2006 Prakash Singh Supreme Court ruling on police reforms.
He urged the Tamil Nadu government to ensure fixed two-year tenures for supervisory police officers to enhance accountability and effectiveness in law enforcement.
