Overview

• Ramasamy, 75, and Bhakiyammal, 65, were found murdered at their farmhouse in Velangattu Valasu, Erode district, on May 1, 2025.
• Police confirmed the theft of approximately 10–15 sovereigns of gold jewellery from the couple's home, indicating a robbery motive.
• Eight special investigative teams, led by DSP A. Sujatha and overseen by IGP T. Senthil Kumar, are analyzing CCTV footage and forensic evidence to identify suspects.
• The incident has reignited public fear and criticism of the DMK government's handling of law and order, with opposition leaders demanding a CBI probe.
• This case adds to a series of unsolved murders targeting elderly couples in Tamil Nadu, raising concerns about safety and governance ahead of upcoming elections.