VADAKARA: CCTV footage of a youth hacking an elderly man with a machete in Kakkattil near Kuttiady in Kozhikode has emerged. The incident took place on Monday evening. Gangadhar, a native of Madhukunnu, was hacked by Kakkattil native Lineesh. Lineesh was taken into custody by the police the other day. Gangadhar was hacked on the pavement in front of a shop in Kakkattil market. The accused was arrested during an investigation based on CCTV footage.

Linish arrived wearing a mask, hiding his machete inside the raincoat. Linish ran away after slashing Gangadharan, who was standing in front of the shop. Gangadharan, who was seriously injured, is currently undergoing treatment. Gangadharan, a BJP supporter, and his son had opposed the CPM party meeting being held at his relative's house. It is believed that the ensuing argument is what resulted in the attack.