Bahujan Samaj Party Leader Armstrong Murdered by Gang Posing as Food Delivery Workers

Bahujan Samaj Party state president Armstrong was fatally attacked by a six-member gang disguised as food delivery workers near his Sembium residence in Chennai. Police have formed 10 special teams to track the murderers.


Coimbatore: In a shocking incident, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) state president Armstrong was murdered by a gang of six men posing as food delivery workers near his residence in Sembium, Chennai. The attack has sent shockwaves through political circles and raised concerns about the safety of political leaders in the state.

According to reports, the assailants, dressed in uniforms resembling those of food delivery company employees, approached Armstrong and carried out the brutal attack. The BSP leader was rushed to Apollo Hospital in critical condition, where doctors declared him brought dead on arrival.

In response to this heinous crime, Chennai City Police Commissioner has mobilized 10 special police teams to conduct an intensive search operation across the city. These elite units are working to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of this brazen murder.

The motive behind the killing remains unclear, and investigators are exploring various angles, including potential political rivalries or personal enmities. The use of disguises by the attackers suggests a well-planned and premeditated act, adding to the complexity of the case.

As news of Armstrong's murder spreads, political leaders from various parties have condemned the act and called for swift justice. The incident has also raised questions about the security measures in place for political figures in Tamil Nadu.

The police have urged the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the suspects. Meanwhile, security has been tightened around the residences of other political leaders in the city as a precautionary measure.

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