Chennai, May 10: In a shocking incident, a 30-year-old man has been arrested after he confessed to the murder of his elder brother in Tamil Nadu's Chennai. The accused killed his elder brother over his alleged relationship with his mother-in-law. The gruesome act took place on Wednesday evening and ended with the accused turning himself in at the local police station.

According to the report published by The New Indian Express, the accused was identified as Devendhran (30), while the deceased was identified as Sivakumar (33). Sivakumar, a lorry driver, was reportedly involved in a contentious relationship with his brother's mother-in-law, which had been a source of family tension for several years. Despite repeated warnings to sever this relationship, Sivakumar continued his liaison, leading to a fatal confrontation. Chennai Shocker: Rapido Bike Taxi Driver Flashes At Woman After Dropping Her at Location, Arrested.

Man Hacks Brother to Death Over Affair With Mother-in-Law

The altercation began at the father's residence, where Sivakumar was residing. It escalated quickly when Devendhran and a group of associates arrived and engaged in a heated argument with the victim. As Sivakumar attempted to flee the scene, he was pursued into a nearby field, where he was violently attacked and killed. Chennai Shocker: Fed Up of His Drinking Habits, Woman Kills Alcoholic Son After Fight With Neighbour; Accused Arrested.

The police were alerted to the crime and promptly discovered the body, which was subsequently sent for an autopsy. Later that night, in a surprising turn of events, Devendhran surrendered to the police, admitting to the killing. The Ponneri police have launched a manhunt for the remaining suspects implicated in this heinous crime. The investigation continues as the community reels from the impact of this family tragedy.

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