Chandragiri youth held with khukuri

KATHMANDU: A teenage youth was held in possession of a khukuri from Chandragiri-17 after he was found involved in a fight at local Bishnudevi Housing on Wednesday.

Police said Sushant Tamang (18) of Sindhuli district, currently residing in Naikap of Kathmandu, was arrested with the sharp weapon.

He had a fight with Sandeep Rai (26) of Sunsari district among four before police reached the scene, according to police.

The four members of the brawling gang were also arrested.

Locals had informed police about the gang fight.

Further investigation is underway, police added.