DIMAPUR, SEP 24 (NPN): Four persons in Mangkolemba sub-division have reportedly died in the past few days following suspected consumption of adulterated/spurious MC Rum, while four others have fallen ill after consuming liquor, Mokokchung Police said.
In connection with the incident, Mangkolemba Police Station has registered a case vide Case No. 002 under Section 105 of the BNS read with Sections 44(a), (c), (d) and (e) of the NLTP Act.
According to Addl. SP & PRO Mokokchung police, six persons have so far been arrested and suspected adulterated liquor seized in connection with the case.
A thorough investigation has been initiated to ascertain the circumstances leading to the deaths and illnesses, trace the source and supply chain of the suspected spurious liquor, and identify those involved in its manufacture, transportation, distribution or sale. Appropriate legal action would be taken against those found involved.
PRO said the exact cause of the deaths and illnesses was under investigation and subject to medical and other supporting evidence.
In view of the serious nature of the incident, the public has been strongly advised to refrain from consuming liquor. Police also cautioned that liquor from the suspected source may have been distributed to other parts of the state and could pose a serious risk to life and health.
Police advised anyone experiencing gastric pain, dizziness, blurred vision, breathing difficulties, severe headache or loss of consciousness after consuming liquor to immediately seek medical attention and inform the nearest police station or concerned authority.
The public has also been urged to report any suspected sale or storage of spurious/adulterated liquor and provide information regarding its source and distribution to the police.
Mokokchung Police solicited the cooperation of citizens in preventing further casualties and identifying those involved in the illegal trade and distribution of spurious liquor.
Saturday, September 26, 2026