UNC, COCOMI condemn murder
Source: The Sangai Express / Newmai News Network

Imphal, July 17 2024: The United Naga Council (UNC) and the COCOMI have vehemently condemned the murder of one MS Merangir Mechek of Kangchup Chiru village on July 15, 2024, by armed miscreants.

The two organisations, in a joint statement issued today, also said the entire communities are aghast by the "inhumane act of violence meted out against the innocent civilian and we are deeply saddened by the loss of a precious life" .

The statement said that the COCOMI came forward expressing "their regret" over the incident by owning moral responsibility.

The COCOMI also expressed "their utmost concern" to the victim's family and the community by ensuring their best cooperation to resolve the matter amicably.

"We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, loved and dear ones and we stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time," the joint statement of the UNC and the COCOMI said, adding, "We stand for justice for the victim and the family.

We have categorically pressed the authority to book all the culprits involved and investigate this heinous crime thoroughly and bring the matter in the limelight of justice and ensure the welfare and future security of the victim's family" .

The joint statement also said that the matter has been resolved amicably as per the Naga customary law.

As such, the UNC and the COCOMI appealed to both communities to refrain from further escalating the issue.

The two apex bodies once again fervently appealed to all concerned to maintain peace and tranquillity amongst the communities.

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