‘Wanted to teach him a lesson’: Accused on assault that killed Manipuri musician

Seven men and a juvenile were arrested for the alleged killing of Chongtham Vikram Singh. The accused reportedly assaulted the musician after he objected to noise outside his home. Singh, a musician, died hours after the assault due to internal injuries. Police are investigating all aspects, including a potential racial angle in the incident. The North Eastern Students’ Organisation demanded a swift and impartial probe into the matter.