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Tirupati police arrest intruder Chinnam Srinivas for threatening school staff and students

Police in Tirupati took Chinnam Srinivas, 54, into custody on Thursday after he threatened staff and students at Sri Vijetha School. He brandished an iron hammer and poured petrol in a classroom. This alarming incident, connected to his financial troubles and mental health challenges, has led to a comprehensive investigation into his background.

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Jun 25, 2026 · 1 min read · 4 views
Tirupati police arrest intruder Chinnam Srinivas for threatening school staff and students

Key Takeaways

  • Chinnam Srinivas, 54, threatened staff at Sri Vijetha School in Tirupati with an iron hammer and petrol on Thursday.
  • Srinivas entered the school under the pretense of inquiring about admissions and fees.
  • The police apprehended Srinivas after he demanded staff vacate the classroom, preventing a potentially dangerous situation.
  • Authorities found that Srinivas had a history of mental health issues, including a previous suicide attempt in Mysuru.
  • Superintendent of Police L. Subbarayudu praised the officers for their swift response, which averted disaster.

Police in Tirupati nabbed a man Thursday after he allegedly threatened staff,students at private school. Incident unfolded at Sri Vijetha School in Akkarampalli area . Chinnam Srinivas,54,reportedly entered under guise of asking about admissions,fees .

Srinivas,from Mysuru but originally Badvel in Kadapa district,went to second floor of school building. Inside classroom,he poured petrol from bottle,brandished iron hammer,demanding staff leave. Alarmed,school management called Alipiri police.

Officers arrived,engaged Srinivas,took him into custody without incident. Investigations showed he'd faced major financial troubles from failed business partnership. He wanted public,media attention for his plight,leading to disruption.

Authorities found Srinivas had history of mental health issues,including past suicide attempt near Mysuru court. Given findings,police launched thorough check of his financial history,mental state .

Superintendent of Police (SP) L. Subbarayudu praised officers for quick,professional response,preventing potential danger. Investigation into Srinivas's actions goes on as police evaluate full scope of his situation…

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