Coimbatore Student Death: 20-Year-Old Engineering Undergraduate Dies After Brutal Assault Over Suspected Mobile Theft, 6 Arrested | Video
Coimbatore: The Tamil Nadu Police on Thursday apprehended six students, including a 17-year-old juvenile, in connection with the assault and subsequent death of a 20-year-old private college student in Coimbatore. Coimbatore - Hindustan college Student Amuthan Death https://t.co/R6YoFE7y8T pic.twitter.com/Jj5e0EfXHr — Hari (@hari_noty) August 12, 2026 According to police officials, the victim,…
In Coimbatore, a 20-year-old engineering undergraduate named Amuthan tragically died after a brutal assault allegedly linked to a suspected mobile theft. Six students, including a 17-year-old juvenile, were arrested in connection with the incident. Amuthan, a third-year student at a private engineering college, was traveling with a friend when a group of over 10 college students intercepted them, leading to his death en route to the hospital.
Police found that Amuthan was attacked due to the suspected theft of a mobile phone belonging to Ilavarasan. His parents have also accused the college administration of their son's death. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact motive behind the assault.
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