In a significant breakthrough, a special squad in collaboration with Mannanchery police apprehended five individuals accused of involvement in the murder of K.S. Shan, the state secretary of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI). The arrests were made in Palani, a town in Tamil Nadu, marking a crucial step in the investigation of this high-profile case.
K.S. Shan was tragically murdered in December 2021, an incident that sent shockwaves across Kerala. The SDPI leader was attacked while returning home, with assailants ambushing his vehicle and inflicting fatal injuries. The brutal killing was widely condemned by political and social organizations, with calls for swift justice resonating throughout the state.
The arrested individuals are believed to have direct involvement in planning and executing the crime. According to police sources, meticulous planning and coordination between various investigative teams led to their capture. The suspects had reportedly been evading authorities by frequently changing their locations.