Five individuals apprehended in connection with the early Tuesday morning incident in Ramapuram.
An MTC bus driver tragically passed away after an altercation that occurred during a Vinayagar Chaturthi procession in Chennai’s Ramapuram area. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of Tuesday, is currently under police investigation.
Reports indicate that the clash originated from a dispute concerning the route of the Vinayagar idol procession. While local police initially intervened to de-escalate the situation and disperse the groups involved, a subsequent confrontation reportedly erupted.
During this renewed altercation, the MTC driver was allegedly struck by an individual, leading to his collapse and loss of consciousness. He was subsequently pronounced dead.
Authorities have acted swiftly, arresting five people in connection with the bus driver’s death. The investigation is ongoing to ascertain the precise sequence of events and the roles of all individuals involved.
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