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Tamil Nadu CM's convoy stopped by family of custodial death victim
Relatives of a man who died in police custody in March attempted to block Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's vehicle in Tamil Nadu, seeking attention to their case. The family members were demanding accountability in connection with the death of Akash Delison at a police station in Manamadurai.
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Family members of Akash Delison, a man who allegedly died while in police custody at Manamadurai police station in March, attempted to intercept Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's convoy in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions surrounding the circumstances of Delison's death and the family's demands for justice.
Among those who tried to block the Chief Minister's vehicle were Rajesh Kannan, 50, his wife Anandhi, 43, and other relatives of the deceased. The family's action represented a desperate bid to draw official attention to their case and secure accountability for what they allege was a wrongful death in police custody.
The confrontation underscores persistent concerns about custodial deaths in Tamil Nadu and the challenges families face in obtaining justice through conventional channels. The incident occurred as relatives continue to press for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Delison's death at the police station in Manamadurai district.
Custodial death cases remain a sensitive issue in Tamil Nadu, with various human rights groups regularly documenting allegations of police misconduct. The family's action demonstrates their determination to keep their case in the public eye and pressure authorities for action.