Mawkyrwat, March 12: A 94-year-old person identified as Phre Iawphniaw of Rembyrngaw village in South West Khasi Hills District hanged himself on Friday.
Police informed that the family members discovered his body around 4:30 am on Friday.
The family claimed the body after seeking post-mortem exemption which was granted by a Magistrate.
Police have ruled out any foul play in the nonagenarian’s death.
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