Key conspirator in Jiribam killing held in Assam

Three women and three children were abducted and brutally murdered by militants in Borebekra area of Jiribam District of Manipur on November 11 last year. The bodies were disposed of in the Barak river.

The incident had led to widespread outrage within the state, with the NIA taking over the probe.

The accused, Thanglienlal Hmar, alias Boya, a resident of Moinathol Dilkshosh Ghaat in Cachar district of Assam, was nabbed on Thursday by a joint team of NIA and Assam police from Assam. A mobile phone, along with a SIM card, was recovered by the NIA from the possession of the accused.

Investigations have revealed Boya was actively involved in the conspiracy and execution of the horrendous crime.

NIA, which took over the case from the Borebekra police, is continuing with its investigation in the matter.