Mon Sep 08 15:05:36 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Indian Police Officer Killed in Hit-and-Run**
**Ramanathapuram, India – September 8, 2025 (8:35 PM IST)** – A head constable with the Ramanathapuram Armed Reserve Police, identified as Muruganandam, 52, was killed in a hit-and-run accident near Thondi on Monday morning.
According to police reports, Muruganandam was waiting at the Manakkudi bus stop after visiting his in-laws when an unidentified van struck him and fled the scene. He sustained severe head injuries and was rushed to Thiruvadanai Government Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Thiruppalaikudi police have registered a case and are currently investigating the incident. Anyone with information regarding the vehicle or the driver involved is urged to come forward.
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