Erode, May 2:
In a shocking incident near Sathyamangalam in Erode district, an elderly couple was brutally murdered in their farmhouse by unidentified assailants. The victims, Rakkiyappan (75) and his wife Pakkiyam (60), were living alone in a house near Sivagiri.
According to police, the couple was bludgeoned to death, and the culprits fled the scene after stealing 15 sovereigns of gold jewelry from Pakkiyam. The double murder has sent shockwaves across the region.
Upon receiving the information, local police arrived at the scene, recovered the bodies, and began a thorough investigation. In an effort to track down the culprits swiftly, five special police teams have been formed and are currently pursuing multiple leads.
Authorities are examining CCTV footage from nearby areas and questioning locals for any clues. The motive behind the crime appears to be robbery, but further investigation is underway. The community has expressed deep concern over the safety of elderly residents living alone.