SHILLONG: Police have arrested a minor in connection with the death of Rachellien (also spelled Rachelline) Thabah, a young woman who succumbed to severe burn injuries at a residence under Mawtari Mawlong Dorbar, Ri-Bhoi district.
SP City Dangsan Khyriem confirmed that the case is under active investigation and described it as sensitive.
Police were unable to record the victim’s statement due to her critical condition prior to her passing; a post-mortem has been completed and her body returned to family.
According to her mother’s complaint, Rachellien left home on October 29 for a programme in Guwahati, planning to return November 1.
In the early hours of November 1, her family was informed of her critical injuries at a Mawlong residence; she later died at NEIGRIHMS Hospital.
The Seng Samla Kur Thabah Sengkmie (Thabah Clan Youth Wing) expressed shock and grief over the tragedy, calling for a thorough, impartial investigation.
The organization urged authorities to ensure justice and cautioned clan youth to exercise vigilance when interacting with non-locals, while emphasizing this was not intended to stigmatize any community.
The youth wing extended condolences to the bereaved family, emphasizing the importance of truth and justice, and called on young people to prioritize their safety and support each other.
(4FrontMedia news)
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