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Assam: Army apprehends NSCN cadre from Jagun, arms seized

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In a major blow to the militant organizations in the area of Tinsukia district of Assam, one senior NSCN (R) insurgent was apprehended from 9 Mile at Jagun in Tinsukia district on Sunday.

The militant was apprehended during a joint operation conducted by Indian Army and Assam Police.

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Based on specific input received from reliable sources regarding presence of NSCN (R) insurgent in general area of 9 Mile, the joint operation was conducted last week.

During the operation, NSCN (R) insurgent identified as S S Sergeant Major Daniel Sankey s/o Jongku Sangkey, r/o Thaho village -1, Near Pangsau Pass, India was apprehended.

One pistol with magazine and five rounds of live ammunition were also recovered from him.

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The apprehended cadre along with recovered arms and ammunition has been handed over to police for investigation.

 

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