GUWAHATI: The bodies of two young brothers, aged 12 and 14, who had been reported missing a day earlier, were recovered on Saturday in Tangla, Udalguri district, Assam.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community.
According to the police, the prime accused, a relative of the victims, has been detained, and the suspected murder weapon has been seized. Director General of Police (DGP) GP Singh confirmed the development in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
“Regarding the murder of two young boys in Tangla, Udalguri, the accused, who is related to the victims, has been detained, and the weapon of offence has been seized. Evidence is being collected as per procedure,” Singh stated.
The brothers reportedly went missing while on their way to school.
According to sources, preliminary investigation suggests they were brutally murdered, with injury marks indicating their throats were slit.
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However, the police have not officially commented on the specifics of the injuries or the motive behind the crime.
The case has raised concerns among locals, prompting police to intensify their investigation.
Authorities are collecting forensic evidence and statements to piece together the sequence of events leading to the horrific crime.
The incident has drawn widespread attention, highlighting the need for heightened safety measures for children in the region.
