WOKHA: Wokha Police has announced a cash reward of Rs. 10,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of two unidentified men accused of assaulting and robbing a 96-year-old man in Wokha.
According to police, the identity of anyone providing credible information will be kept strictly confidential. Citizens with knowledge of the incident have been urged to assist the investigation.
The victim, identified as Ekyimo Ngullie, was reportedly walking from Longla village on the morning of July 7 when he was intercepted between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. along the forested stretch between the waiting shed and the prayer centre at Saron Colony.
Family members said the assailants allegedly covered Ngullie’s face before taking away all the cash and important documents he was carrying. Despite the robbery, Ngullie did not sustain physical injuries. He was unable to identify the suspects as his face remained covered throughout the incident.
The announcement of the reward is part of police efforts to trace the two suspects, with the incident sparking concern among residents of Wokha.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026