On April 23, a construction labourer kidnapped from Kohima was rescued from Pfütsero in a daring night operation by a combined police team from Kohima led by SDPO (North) and assisted by Phek Police.
According to a press release by the PRO Kohima Police, the police operation was activated following a complaint that on April 22 a labourer (non-tribal) was kidnapped by unknown miscreants on the pretext of construction of a house.

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Subsequently, the kidnappers started demanding Rs. 5 (five) lakhs as ransom money for release of the hostage. Supported by technical input, the police operation also successfully nabbed two accused persons belonging to a Naga Political Group. In this regard, a case has been registered in North PS and further investigation is on.