Dimapur, May 12: Dimapur Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the assault on the President of the Western Chakhesang Youth Organisation (WCYO), police said on Tuesday.
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| Three persons arrested by Dimapur Police in connection with the alleged assault on the President of the Western Chakhesang Youth Organisation are seen in police custody following their apprehension. (Image: Dimapur Police) |
According to police, the accused have been identified as Inoto Chishi (34) of Kuhoxu village in Niuland district, Inato (44) of Mughavi village in Niuland district, and Kumughaka (28) of Kuhoxu village. The case has been registered at Diphupar Police Station under Case No. DPR PS C/NO-0032/26 under Sections 162(2), 131, 115(2), 324(5), and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Police stated that investigation into the incident is ongoing and further details are awaited.
The assault case has drawn significant attention in Nagaland following reports that WCYO President Wekupe Therie was allegedly attacked by a group of individuals in the Dimapur-Chümoukedima area earlier this month. Social media reports and local media coverage indicated that the incident triggered strong reactions from several tribal and youth organisations across the state.
The case also comes amid rising tensions involving various Naga tribal bodies and youth organisations over issues related to community disputes and public safety in recent months. Several organisations, including youth bodies from different Naga communities, had reportedly condemned the attack and called for swift action against those involved.
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Police officials have not yet disclosed the motive behind the assault. However, authorities said the arrests were made following investigation and intelligence inputs gathered after the incident.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns regarding rising incidents of violence involving community and youth leaders in Nagaland. Civil society organisations in the state have increasingly called for restraint, dialogue, and stronger law enforcement measures to prevent escalation of tensions.
