Five Arrested in Tashiding Assault Case Following SIT Investigation
Five Arrested in Tashiding Assault Case Following SIT Investigation
In a swift response to a brutal assault case near Tashiding Monastery, Gyalshing Police have arrested five individuals following an intensive investigation led by a Special Investigation Team (SIT).
The case was registered on May 2, 2025, at Gyalshing Police Station under FIR No. 11/2025, based on a complaint filed by 30-year-old Anand Rai, a resident of Lower Yangtey, Gyalshing District. Rai alleged that he was attacked around 9:00 AM by five unidentified individuals wielding dangerous weapons near the Tashiding Monastery.
The victim sustained grievous injuries and was promptly admitted to a hospital for medical attention. The assailants reportedly fled into the nearby forest following the assault.
A Special Investigation Team was immediately formed under the supervision of the District Superintendent of Police. After a thorough examination of the crime scene and analysis of available evidence, investigators were able to identify one suspect, leading to the subsequent arrest of all five accused on the night of May 6.
Those arrested have been identified as:
* Rakesh Subba (26), a resident of Middle Lingchom, currently residing in Langang
* Rohan Gurung (22), a college student from Soreng, also residing in Langang
* Ram Hang Subba (29), of Langang
* Bhim Tamang (23), of Langang
* Awaz Rai (22), of Langang
The accused are currently being interrogated to determine the motive behind the attack. Legal proceedings are underway, and the investigation continues.
