IMPHAL, July 15 NNN : There was a shoot out between the suspected NSCN-IM cadres and suspected UNLF cadres in Manipur’s Ukhrul district early today. Three persons reportedly were killed
However, officially it is not confirmed.
According to reports received, suspected cadres of UNLF were resting at Wangli community hall at Wangli village under Kasom Khullen sub-division in Ukhrul district when miitants believed to be from the NSCN-IM surrounded the community hall and opened fire. The other group retaliated. In the process, three militants were said to have been killed but it is yet to be ascertained as to which group the deceased belonged. Unconfirmed reports said two injured suspected UNLF cadres have been taken away by the other rival outfit.
Wangli is a Tangkhul village located 60 km from Kasom Khullen subdivision headquarters bordering Myanmar.
Meanwhile, due to certain problem, the police of Kasom Khullen subdivision is yet to reach the place. They are likely to go to Wangli village in the morning.
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