In a shocking incident in Tirunelveli, former police officer Jahir Hussain Bijili, 60, was brutally murdered by a three-member gang in the Thaikka area. The retired sub-inspector, who also served as a trustee of a local mosque, was attacked while returning home after morning prayers on Tuesday. The gruesome murder has sent shockwaves through the community. In a swift response, the police managed to shoot one of the accused men dead during the encounter that followed. The authorities are currently investigating the motive behind the heinous crime and are working to bring the other perpetrators to justice. The tragic incident has left residents of Tirunelveli in disbelief and mourning. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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