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Crime
Police Shoot Chainsaw Attacker Hemanth During Escape in Anantapur, May Lose Leg
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🗓 02 Nov 2026, 11:45 AM
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On Oct 31, a man identified as Hemanth attacked two class‑10 girls with a chainsaw in Anantapur district. Police shot him while he fled, and doctors say he may undergo leg amputation.
Anantapur district police reported that on October 31 a man identified as Hemanth used a chainsaw to assault two female students studying in class 10. The attack took place in a residential area of the district and caused serious injuries to the victims.
Witnesses said Hemanth fled the scene after the assault. Responding officers pursued him and opened fire, striking the suspect. He was subsequently taken into police custody for medical treatment.
Medical officials indicated that the gunshot wound has severely damaged Hemanth's leg, and there is a possibility that amputation may be required. The investigation into the motive and any accomplices continues under the jurisdiction of the district crime branch.
Police have assured the public that a thorough inquiry will be conducted and that safety measures are being reinforced in schools across the district.
Witnesses said Hemanth fled the scene after the assault. Responding officers pursued him and opened fire, striking the suspect. He was subsequently taken into police custody for medical treatment.
Medical officials indicated that the gunshot wound has severely damaged Hemanth's leg, and there is a possibility that amputation may be required. The investigation into the motive and any accomplices continues under the jurisdiction of the district crime branch.
Police have assured the public that a thorough inquiry will be conducted and that safety measures are being reinforced in schools across the district.