Andhra school chainsaw attack: Accused shot in encounter while attempting to flee
Quick Look
- Hemanth, the suspect behind a chainsaw attack on a student at Raptadu Government High School, was shot and wounded by police while attempting to escape custody.
- He is currently receiving medical treatment at Anantapur Government General Hospital.
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Why It Matters
The suspect attacked a student with a chainsaw at a government school, leading to a police manhunt.
ANANTAPUR: Hemanth, the assailant who brutally attempted to murder Gopika, a Class 10 student, with a chainsaw at the Raptadu Government High School, was apprehended in a police encounter.
The accused sustained severe bullet injuries when police opened fire as he tried to escape from custody. According to police sources, Hemanth attempted to break free while being taken into custody regarding the Raptadu school attack.
Police responded immediately and fired six rounds at the fleeing suspect. The injured accused was swiftly moved to the Anantapur Government General Hospital (GGH) for medical treatment, where he is currently undergoing care.
The brutal assault on the student inside the school campus with a saw had triggered widespread shock and outrage. Police swung into action right after the incident, tracked down the suspect, and neutralized his escape attempt. Heavy security has been deployed at the Anantapur GGH.
Open Questions
- What is the current medical condition of the victim?
- What was the motive behind the attack?
