NSCN(K) militant arrested in Manipur's Tamenglong
Several extortion documents and cash of ₹2,800 were seized from his possession
A militant from the banned NSCN(K) group was arrested in Manipur's Tamenglong district on Saturday for allegedly extorting money along highways, according to a police statement. The 32-year-old suspect, named Lungthaukhon Panmei, was captured near NH-37, which links Imphal with Silchar, in the Kaimai police station area. Alongside extortion documents and cash totaling ₹2,800, security forces seized during the arrest.
Additionally, a 56-year-old man, Laishram Lakpati Singh, was also apprehended in Imphal East district on the same day for allegedly procuring and selling arms, ammunition, and explosives. From his possession, law enforcement recovered a grenade and 10 rounds of 9mm cartridges.
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