Coimbatore Man Fatally Assaulted by Neighbors in Family Dispute
A tragic incident unfolded in Coimbatore district on Thursday night, resulting in the death of a 49-year-old man who was brutally beaten by two of his neighbors. The altercation stemmed from a domestic quarrel that escalated into a violent confrontation.
Victim and Suspects Identified
The deceased has been identified as S Nagaraj, a resident of Gandhi Sathukkam in Arivoli Nagar. The Madukkarai police swiftly arrested his neighbors, M Nagaraj, 32, and his brother M Alagaraja, 30, on charges of murder. Both suspects have been remanded to judicial custody following their arrest.
Sequence of Events Leading to the Tragedy
The incident began when a quarrel erupted between Alagaraja's wife and his mother. Alagaraja's mother called her elder son, M Nagaraj, to intervene. Upon arriving at the scene, M Nagaraj questioned Alagaraja's wife, which led to a heated argument.
Hearing the commotion, S Nagaraj's wife, Vijayalakshmi, stepped in to calm the situation. However, M Nagaraj objected to her intervention and allegedly assaulted her. This prompted S Nagaraj to confront M Nagaraj, resulting in a physical altercation.
Violent Assault and Fatal Injuries
During the confrontation, M Nagaraj picked up a wooden log and struck S Nagaraj on the head, while Alagaraja punched him in the chest. The victim suffered a severe bleeding head injury and collapsed immediately.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital and later transferred to Coimbatore Medical College Hospital for advanced treatment. Despite medical efforts, doctors declared him dead upon arrival.
Police Investigation and Legal Proceedings
The Madukkarai police have registered a murder case against the two brothers. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to gather evidence and determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
This case highlights the dangers of domestic disputes escalating into violence and serves as a grim reminder of the importance of conflict resolution through peaceful means.
