Kuki man held for Checkon arson
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 16 2023:
The State police have apprehended an individual allegedly involved in yesterday's arson at New Lambulane, New Checkon in Imphal East late last night.
The arrested individual has been identified as Edward Haokip, a 53-year-old resident of New Lambulane, Imphal East.
It may be mentioned that the locals of New Checkon had expressed suspicion of people with vested interest carrying out the arson to add fuel to the ongoing clash.
Reportedly, the house at New Lambulane which was set ablaze yesterday was locked from inside.
It is reported that the police found Edward Haokip inside the house which was burning after they breached the door.
Personnel of Manipur Fire extinguished the fire after they gained access to the house.
From Edward Haokip, the police seized a loaded single-barrel gun, an Aadhaar card, and a passport belonging to a woman named Hetneilhing Haokip, said sources.
The sources continued that the fire was deliberately ignited by Edward Haokip but the motive behind the arson remains unknown.
Edward Haokip has been taken into police custody.
Investigation is underway to establish the connections between Edward Haokip and Hetneilhing Haokip, whose passport was recovered from his possession, said sources.