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Andhra Pradesh Journalist Killed During Morning Walk in Chittoor District
A journalist, Jaganmohan Reddy of ABN Andhra Jyothy, was chased and stabbed by unidentified assailants during a morning walk in V Kota town, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, and died from injuries. Police launched an investigation, formed six special teams, and forensic teams collected evidence as outrage from journalist bodies and civil society grew. The incident occurred in the home district of the state Chief Minister and has sparked calls for swift action against those responsible.
Why It Matters
The killing underscores concerns about safety for journalists and raises calls for swift, stringent action to protect media workers and address violence against the press.
Timeline
5 Events
Outrage from journalist bodies and civil society; calls for swift action
April 28, 2026
The killing triggered widespread outrage among journalist bodies and civil society, with associations condemning the attack and demanding swift and stringent action against those responsible.
Forensic teams and senior police officials visit crime scene
April 28, 2026
Senior police officials visited the crime scene, and forensic teams are collecting evidence to aid the investigation.
Six special teams formed to trace attackers; district and intelligence units activated
April 28, 2026
Six special teams have been constituted to trace and apprehend the accused, believed to be around 10 in number. District police and intelligence units have been pressed into service to assist with the investigation.
Police confirm murder occurred in the early hours; bike-borne assailants involved
April 28, 2026
Chittoor Senior Superintendent of Police Tishar Dudi confirmed the murder took place in the early hours and involved bike-borne assailants. Police said they are probing all angles, including personal enmity and other motives.
Journalist killed during morning walk in V Kota town, Chittoor district
April 28, 2026
Jaganmohan Reddy, a journalist with ABN Andhra Jyothy, was chased and stabbed by unidentified assailants on a morning walk in V Kota town, Chittoor district. He succumbed to his injuries and was found lying in a pool of blood with a torn shirt.