An 80-year old man was killed on suspicion of practicing witchcraft in Dienglieng village under East Khasi Hills district last night. A juvenile has been arrested in connection with the crime.
The incident took place at around 7 pm. Police said the 17-year old entered the house and attacked Kwoi Diengdoh with a wooden stick accusing him of practicing witchcraft.
During preliminary investigation it was revealed that the mother of the teenager was suffering from prolonged illness and this led him to suspect the old man.
Meanwhile, the teenager has been apprehended and sent to the juvenile home, police added.