Horrific murder: Teacher killed in school for refusing marriage, accused in custody

In a shocking turn of events, a 26-year-old school teacher was allegedly murdered on the premises of Mallipattinam Government School in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur district. The tragic incident, which occurred this morning, is believed to have been sparked by the teacher’s refusal to accept a marriage proposal from a man she knew.

Attack at the School

The victim, a young educator, was reportedly attacked by 30-year-old Madan after a marriage proposal was turned down. According to reports, the families of both the teacher and Madan had met recently to discuss a possible union. However, when the teacher rejected the proposal, Madan became agitated. He confronted her at the school, where he allegedly attacked her with a sharp weapon, leaving her with severe neck injuries. Despite immediate medical attention, the teacher succumbed to her injuries on the way to the hospital.

Swift Police Action and Arrest

The authorities acted quickly, arresting Madan soon after the incident. A senior police official confirmed that the ongoing investigation would delve deeper into all aspects of the case. Law enforcement has assured the public that strict legal measures will be taken against the accused to ensure justice is served.

Tamil Nadu CM Expresses Condolences and Announces Compensation

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed his grief over the heartbreaking incident, offering condolences to the teacher's family. He announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support the grieving family. "This is a shocking and tragic incident. We will ensure that the accused faces the harshest punishment under the law," Stalin stated.