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Crime
Tirunelveli Cop Arrested Over Plot to Kill Witness in Tirupur Case
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 21 Jul 2026, 08:08 PM
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A police officer linked to the Kavin caste killing case in Tirunelveli has been arrested for allegedly plotting to eliminate a witness in a Tirupur advocate case.
A Tirunelveli police officer, previously accused in the Kavin caste killing case, was taken into custody on Thursday for allegedly planning to murder a witness in a separate case involving a Tirupur advocate. The arrest was carried out by the Tamil Nadu Police Crime Branch after receiving credible information about the officer’s involvement in the plot.
The officer is suspected of coordinating with a group to eliminate the witness, who is expected to testify against the accused in the Tirupur case. Authorities say the plan involved intimidation and possible use of firearms.
The arrest follows a series of investigations into the Kavin caste killing, where the officer was named as a key figure. The Tamil Nadu Police have stated that the officer will be charged under the Indian Penal Code for conspiracy and attempted murder.
The case has drawn attention to the alleged misuse of power by law enforcement officials in high‑profile criminal cases. The police have assured the public that a thorough inquiry will be conducted to ensure justice is served.
The officer’s arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing probe into the Kavin caste killing and related witness intimidation allegations.
The officer is suspected of coordinating with a group to eliminate the witness, who is expected to testify against the accused in the Tirupur case. Authorities say the plan involved intimidation and possible use of firearms.
The arrest follows a series of investigations into the Kavin caste killing, where the officer was named as a key figure. The Tamil Nadu Police have stated that the officer will be charged under the Indian Penal Code for conspiracy and attempted murder.
The case has drawn attention to the alleged misuse of power by law enforcement officials in high‑profile criminal cases. The police have assured the public that a thorough inquiry will be conducted to ensure justice is served.
The officer’s arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing probe into the Kavin caste killing and related witness intimidation allegations.