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The tragic incident that shook Tamil Nadu occurred on a Friday evening at the residence of K Armstrong, the President of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) in the state. Armstrong was reportedly attacked by a gang of six bike-borne individuals in Sadayappan street in Perambur, Chennai. The horrifying attack took place around 7:30 pm as Armstrong was entering his house. Despite being rushed to a private hospital on Greams Road, he was declared dead upon arrival. The Kolathur police have initiated an investigation into this brutal crime.
The late Armstrong, who previously served as a Councillor of the Greater Chennai Corporation, was well-known in Tamil Nadu for his voice as a Dalit Ambedkarite leader. The news of his demise has sparked widespread outrage and condolences from various political figures and community leaders. Lok Sabha MP and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) leader Thol Thirumavalavan has called for the immediate arrest of the perpetrators under the Goondas Act, condemning the murder as a cowardly act.
Renowned director Pa Ranjith, visibly distraught, arrived at the scene of the crime to pay his respects to Armstrong. Additionally, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader RS Praveen expressed his shock and extended condolences to the grieving family. Messages of solidarity and mourning have been pouring in from all corners following this tragic incident in Chennai.
The brutal murder of K Armstrong serves as a grim reminder of the inherent challenges faced by marginalized communities in India. As the nation grapples with this shocking loss, the authorities are actively probing the circumstances surrounding the crime. This story is still unfolding, stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
This article is based on information sourced from The News Minute, a trusted news outlet providing real-time updates on current affairs and events.