Dimapur, August 24 (EMN): Basing on specific information regarding presence underground cadre, troops of 32 Assam Rifles alongwith police representative launched an operation in Thilixu village, Dimapur, and arrested one person on August 23.
The apprehended individual was identified as ‘SS’ Captain Akheto Lithsami (42), son of Hezashe Lithsami of Lomgkhem (Lithsami) in Zunheboto district. He was reportedly a cadre of NSCN (K).
Assam Rifles press release said the individual had disclosed that he was actively involved in procurement of arms and extortion activities in Dimapur and adjoining area.
It added that the apprehended individual was handed over to Diphupar Police Station for further investigation.
