One LTT cadre apprehended
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 01 2021:
In a joint operation, troops of Keithelmanbi Battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) and Manipur Police apprehended a cadre of proscribed group Liberation Tigers of Tribals (LTT) and recovered one 9mm pistol along with three live rounds from Yumnam Khunou area in Imphal West district yesterday.
The 40 year old LTT insurgent was identified as Ngamlen Ibouvum, a resident of Maojang Saikhul in Imphal East district, said a statement issued by PRO Assam Rifles.
The apprehended insurgent confessed being an active member of LTT and was involved in extortion activities in the area on behalf of the banned outfit, added the statement.
The apprehended insurgent, the recovered 9 mm pistol and ammunition were handed over to Porompat Police Station for further investigation and legal action.