Chennai: An AIADMK functionary and a former panchayat president was hacked to death by a six-member gang while he was out for a morning walk near Padianallur, Red Hills in Thiruvallur district on Thursday morning.
The deceased identified as Parthiban (54) was a joint secretary of Thiruvallur Amma Peravi, an AIADMK party wing.
A gang of 6 people on three bikes attacked him with a sickle and sword and fled after confirming he was dead, according to police.
The investigation is underway to identify the assailants. Meanwhile, a special team has also been formed to nab the criminals.
