Arunachal: 3 Myanmar nationals held with arms in Lohit district

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh police have arrested three Myanmar nationals in Lohit district for allegedly entering India without valid documents, police officials said.

The arrests were made around 3 pm in Kathan village on Friday, said Senior Superintendent of Police Tumme Amo.

They have been identified as Adeh Sadi Lisu (25), Akhi Yoha Lisu (22), and Ngwaphata Lisu (20), all hailing from Sago village in Myanmar's Putao district.

During a joint interrogation by various agencies, it appeared that the individuals had inadvertently crossed into Indian Territory while hunting.

Police seized a locally-made 5.56 rifle, a 7.62 mm long barrel arm, 26 live ammunition rounds, six empty cartridges, and various currencies.

A case was registered under the Foreigners Act, the Passport (Entry into India) Act, and the Arms Act.