A person was killed and another escaped unhurt after unidentified persons opened fire in a forested area between P. Molding and Molhoi villages under Kangpokpi district at around 8 am today.
According to police reports, the incident occurred in a jungle area located around 13 kilometres from Leimakhong Police Station. The deceased was identified as Paolen Khongsai, 45, of P. Molding village, while the other man was identified as Laldenga.
The two men were reportedly travelling together towards the forested area between P. Molding and Molhoi when they came under fire from unidentified persons. Paolen Khongsai sustained fatal gunshot injuries and died at the spot, while Laldenga managed to escape without injury.
Leimakhong Police Station has registered a case in connection with the incident. The body of the deceased is expected to be taken to Kangpokpi for post-mortem examination.