Aizawl: A 48-year-old man, Ralthuamliana, has been arrested for allegedly killing his 28-year-old son, David R. Lalduhawma, in Aizawl’s Dinthar locality on Saturday night.
According to a report by The Mizoram Post, the tragic incident occurred around 8:30 pm following a domestic quarrel between the father and son, according to police.
In a fit of rage, Ralthuamliana reportedly took a gun and shot his son. David was rushed to Ebenezer Medical Center but succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
Sources revealed that the accused was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
David R. Lalduhawma is survived by his wife and two children. Police have taken Ralthuamliana into custody, and an investigation into the incident is underway.
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