Fugitive Convicted of Manslaughter Arrested in Morang

Summary

Morang police have arrested Dhruv Bahadur Bhujel, who fled after a 25-year sentence for manslaughter, and returned him to prison for further legal proceedings.

Key Points
  • Dhruv Bahadur Bhujel was sentenced to 25 years in jail and fined 1 lakh rupees for manslaughter by Solukhumbu District Court.
  • Bhujel escaped from Central Jail, Jagannathdeval, Kathmandu during the 'Jenggi movement'.
  • Police in Morang arrested Bhujel based on secret information about his hiding place in Gothgaun, Sundarharaincha Municipality.
  • Bhujel has been sent back to Morang Jail for serving the remaining sentence and further legal proceedings.
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