In a tragic incident, a 70-year old man was killed by a hunter, who allegedly mistook him as a wild animal.
Police said that the incident took place at around 11 a.m. at Hoya area, around three km from Oting village, Tizit, when the deceased identified as Wangjoak was working in his field. He was accidentally fired upon by one of his relative from his muzzle loading gun. Police said that since the incident took place within the family members, they matter was amicably resolved.