TN police detain 467 history sheeters in statewide crackdown

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu police on Tuesday rounded up thousands of history-sheeters and habitual offenders, remanding 467 individuals to judicial custody following a spike in festival-period violence and law and order incidents.

The coordinated drive, targeting active rowdies and habitual offenders across all districts, saw police personnel screening a total of 6,967 suspects.

According to official figures released by the state police headquarters, the operation aimed to curb gang activity, prevent violent crimes, and maintain public order.

Of those screened during the overnight raids, 467 offenders were formally arrested and remanded to judicial custody in connection with pending warrants, active cases, or fresh offences.

Remaining individuals were issued stern warnings against indulging in illegal activities.

To ensure long-term compliance, police authorities bound over 303 history-sheeters under security provisions, requiring them to execute bonds for good behaviour.

Officials warned that any violation of these bond conditions would lead to immediate detention.

Senior police officers highlighted that regular monitoring of history-sheeters and proactive field operations would continue aggressively across all zones to ensure public safety and suppress anti-social elements.

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