India, June 12 -- In a harrowing incident that sent shockwaves through the Bangarampettai area of Avadi, a 28-year-old man was arrested by the Tank Factory police on Thursday, just hours after allegedly holding two young siblings at knifepoint during a home burglary, according to reports. The accused, identified as Haribabu of Muthapudupettai, was taken into custody following a swift investigation triggered by the victims' mother, the police reportedly said.

The incident occurred at Sri Sai Sakthi Nagar while the parents were away from the residence. According to police reports, Haribabu broke into the house and began scouring the cupboards for valuables. The noise reportedly disturbed the residents, waking a 14-year-old boy, who then al...