Chennai: High-profile YouTuber and political analyst ‘Savukku’ Shankar was taken into custody from his home on Saturday morning, according to law enforcement authorities. Alongside Shankar, five members of his staff were also detained.
Tense Standoff at Residence
The arrest followed a confrontation at Shankar's home. Officials reported that the commentator initially blocked entry to the premises when investigators arrived.
"He refused to open the door, insisting that the police first speak to his advocates before stepping in," a police official stated.
Footage of the incident, which has since circulated widely on social media, shows two officers attempting to negotiate through the closed door. The officers are heard explaining that they were prepared to present the arrest warrant and r

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