Dimapur, Dec. 17: Basing on specific information, personnel of 46 Assam Rifles along with police representatives conducted a search operation around Clock Tower, Phek, on December 15 and arrested two persons allegedly belonging to NSCN (K).
The cadres were identified as ‘SS’ Capt Neilie Vero, son of Khruvotso Vero, resident of Suthotsuu, Phek; and ‘SS’ Sgt Nipaka Awomi, son of Vikhui Awomi and resident of Satoi, Zunheboto.
AR statement said the cadres had come to Phek for extortion of money from the business community. The apprehended cadres were subsequently handed over to Police Station, Phek.
