In a devastating incident that has sent shockwaves through the region, an Army soldier, Sepoy Serto Thangthang Kom, was kidnapped from his home in a Manipur village and subsequently found dead. Sepoy Kom, who was on leave, was taken from his residence in Imphal West district, and his lifeless body was discovered this morning.
The grim episode unfolded on Saturday when unidentified armed individuals stormed Sepoy Kom’s home at approximately 10 AM. The sole witness to the horrifying crime was his 10-year-old son, who recounted the chilling details to the authorities. According to the young boy, three assailants forcibly entered their home while his father and he were working on the porch.
The young boy explained that the armed men threatened his father at gunpoint before compelling him into a white vehicle. It was a harrowing ordeal that will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the young eyewitness.
Tragically, Sepoy Kom’s lifeless body was later located at Khuningthek village, situated to the east of Mongjam in Imphal East. The soldier’s identity was confirmed by his brother and brother-in-law, who discovered a single bullet wound on his head.
Sepoy Serto Thangthang Kom leaves behind a grieving family, including his wife, daughter, and son, who must now grapple with the profound loss.
In response to this heart-wrenching incident, the Army issued a statement condemning the killing of Sepoy Serto Thangthang Kom and expressing unwavering support for his bereaved family. The statement read, “We strongly condemn the killing of Sep Serto Thangthang Kom and stand by his family in these difficult times.”
The official statement further announced that the last rites would be conducted in accordance with the family’s wishes. The Army has swiftly mobilized a team to assist the grieving family in every possible manner.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by soldiers and their families, who often make immense sacrifices in the line of duty. As investigations continue, the local community and the nation as a whole mourn the loss of Sepoy Serto Thangthang Kom, a dedicated and brave soldier who paid the ultimate price for his service.
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