Jiribam killings: Autopsy report reveals 10-month old suffered bullet injury, eyeballs missing

The autopsy reports of the remaining five victims of the tragic Jiribam incident have revealed harrowing details of brutal injuries, multiple bullet wounds, and severe trauma.

Among the six hostages killed, Laishram Lamnganba, a 10-month-old infant, suffered a bullet injury to the left knee and had both eyeballs missing. 

The infant's autopsy also detailed multiple lacerations and blunt force injuries, including fractures to the skull and right shoulder.

Lamnganba’s aunt, Telem Thoibi (31), sustained three gunshot wounds to the chest and one to the abdomen. Her skull was crushed with a blunt object, causing severe fractures and loss of brain matter. 

Both of her forearms were severely damaged, and her eyes were dislodged from their sockets. Thoibi’s 8-year-old daughter, Telem Thajamanbi Devi, also died from a fatal bullet wound.

It is to be mentioned here that the autopsy report of three out of six Jiribam hostages killed by allegaed Hmar Kuki-Zo millitants where already released by the Silcahr Medical College and Hosptial (SMCH) in Assam.

The autopsy reports also included details of two senior citizens killed during the attack on November 11 by suspected Kuki militants. Maibam Kesho Meitei (72) suffered blunt trauma, burns, and missing body parts, while Laishram Baren Meitei (64) was found severely charred.

The attack occurred at Borobekra police station in Jiribam, which housed a relief camp. 

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The militants killed two civilians and engaged in a gunfight with CRPF personnel, who retaliated and neutralized 11 attackers. 

The bodies of the 6 people, including 3 children who were reportedly abducted by Kuki-Zo-Hmar militants, were found floating in the Barak river.

The barbaric killings have reignited tensions in Manipur, with protests demanding justice for the victims and justice for victims.. 

The government has suspended internet services to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain public order.

In a recent development, authorities have re-registered the case with NIA and launched a fresh investigation into the Jiribam incident. Meanwhile, the public continues to call for accountability and justice for the atrocities committed.

This tragic event marks another grim chapter in Manipur's ongoing conflict, emphasizing the urgent need for peace and reconciliation in the region.