murders

With Chennai easing the lockdown restrictions, the city has witnessed 12 murders within 18 days of August month, said a report of The Times Of India. Conversely, the number of killings had reduced to 6 in June, when the lockdown was stricter. According to retired police officer Aravindhan, several first-time offenders have confessed of taking up chain snatching due to the financial misery caused by the loss of jobs.