Four injured in grenade explosion
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, January 25 2023:
Four persons were injured in a grenade explosion at Gandhi Chowk Phungreitang, Ukhrul on Wednesday.
The victims were identified as Manao (60) of Chingai village, Dr Wonya Kasar (35), Angayung Rizat (39) of Lamlang village and Leishingam (37) of Roni.
Manao suffered injuries on her right arm and sustained splinter on her bowel while the other three received minor injuries.
According to police, the grenade exploded on the platform of Mahatma Gandhi statue and formed a small crater.
A crack was also developed at the platform and damaged one vehicle parked at the site.
After receiving information about the explosion, Ukhrul SP Ningsem Vashum, SI Marchang and Assam Rifles rushed to the spot and cordoned the area.
Later, a Suo moto case was registered at Ukhrul Police Station.