Kochi: A gang leader was allegedly killed near Chengamanad in Ernakula district early Wednesday. Police gave this information.

Gang leader Vinu Vikraman, who is accused in several cases including murder, was allegedly hacked to death by persons with a history of criminal activity at around 2 am in a village under Chengamanad police station limits.

Police said he was immediately taken to the hospital but could not be saved.

Police said that two people allegedly involved in the incident have been detained.

He said that a detailed investigation into the incident has been started.