Ri Bhoi, March 19 : A female employee of Umroi Airport was assaulted this morning, but Ri Bhoi Police have swiftly apprehended the suspect.
At approximately 8:30 AM, an assault case was reported outside the airport. Ellana Lyngdoh Mawphlang (27), an airport employee, was attacked at around 8:10 AM on the approach road to Umroi Airport. She was struck with a broken beer bottle and a stone by an unknown assailant while en route to work.
The victim, temporarily residing in Nongrah, Ri Bhoi District, and a permanent resident of Madanryting, East Khasi Hills, sustained serious injuries. She was initially taken to CHC, Bhoirymbong, and subsequently referred to NEIGRIHMS, Shillong, for further medical treatment.
Ri Bhoi Police identified the suspect shortly after the incident and have now arrested him. The crime weapon has also been recovered from the scene.
A case has been registered, and the investigation is ongoing.
