Accused in June 30 case reports to police

DIMAPUR, JUL 5 (NPN): Katho P. Awomi, one of the alleged accused in the June 30 vandalism incident at Prysm Lounge, reported himself to Dimapur Police on Saturday and was subsequently taken into custody in connection with the case.
The development follows the police complaint (FIR) lodged by Prysm Lounge owner Tito Yepthomi on July 2. According to police sources, Katho appeared before Dimapur police as the investigation into the incident continued.
Meanwhile, sources further informed that he was later released on bail after signing a bond. Another source said that he was currently under police custody.
However, official confirmation from the police was not available despite attempts to contact them. Police sources said the investigation was continuing and further details were not immediately available. It could not be ascertained whether police had taken into custody the other individuals who were seen in the CCTV footage of the incident.
It may be recalled that the Naga Students’ Federation had earlier “exempted” its finance secretary, Katho P. Awomi, from all responsibilities and assignments pending the outcome of an inquiry into the allegations against him.
Tsutoho village banishes
The Tsutoho Village Kukami Authority has declared that it has banished Tito Yepthomi from the membership and jurisdiction of Tsutoho Village for a period of five years with effect from July 4, 2026.
A joint declaration signed by Head GB of Tsutoho S. Kavito Aomi and GB Heshito Tuccu stated that the decision was taken after deliberation, alleging that Tito had on multiple occasions acted in contravention of established customary practices and resolutions of the Village Authority despite repeated advice, warnings and opportunities to correct his conduct. It claimed that his conduct had adversely affected the peace, discipline, unity and reputation of the village.
It also alleged that the restaurant owned and managed by him had been associated with activities contrary to law, resulting in incidents that disturbed public peace.
Referring to the NLTP Act, 1989, the authority claimed that certain activities attributed to Tito appeared inconsistent with the provisions of the Act and further alleged that his restaurant had been associated with anti-social activities, affecting the reputation of Tsutoho Village. (Advt on p-7)