Chennai witnessed a shocking incident on the night of January 25 when a group of women was chased and harassed by men in two vehicles in the Kanathur area. A video of the terrifying ordeal has surfaced on social media, showing the women screaming in fear inside their car as they attempted to escape.
Women Harassed and Chased for Kilometers
The victims were returning home to Muttukadu along East Coast Road when a luxury car suddenly blocked their path. Reports state that around six men inside the vehicle verbally abused the women, made obscene remarks, and attacked their car.
Sensing immediate danger, the women quickly reversed their car and drove nearly four kilometers back to their residence. However, their fears escalated when the men continued chasing them to their home and issued further threats.
Video Goes Viral, Police Take Action
The harrowing incident was caught on camera and has since gone viral on social media, sparking widespread outrage. One of the vehicles in the video reportedly bore a flag resembling that of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party, further intensifying the controversy.
Following public uproar, Chennai police registered a case against the suspects under charges of mischief, criminal intimidation, and wrongful restraint. Authorities are actively investigating the case and working to identify the accused.
Political Backlash Over Law and Order
The incident has also led to political clashes, with opposition leaders slamming the ruling DMK government over deteriorating law and order in Tamil Nadu.
BJP leader SG Suryah took to X (formerly Twitter) to criticize Chief Minister MK Stalin, writing:
“A group of thugs in a car with a DMK flag are chasing women in the middle of the road. CM MK Stalin, who has sold his iron fist for dates, is this the beauty of your regime’s law and order maintenance? Can we commit any violence if we have the DMK flag?”
As public anger grows, pressure is mounting on the authorities to take swift action against the accused. Citizens and activists are demanding strict punishment to ensure women’s safety on Chennai’s streets.
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