In Dindigul, Balakrishnan, a former BJP member, was murdered. The incident occurred near Madur Junction. A gang attacked him with billhooks. Balakrishnan died at the scene. Police suspect a monetary dispute as the motive. Sanarpatti police are investigating the case. They are searching for the suspects involved in the crime. The event happened on Thursday evening.
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