Karbi Anglong, Jan. 3 -- Assam police arrested 18 people, including four women, in Karbi Anglong district for their alleged involvement in the killing of a couple on suspicion of practising witchcraft, officials said.

Akhilesh Kumar Singh, IGP (Law & Order) of the Assam Police, said that so far, the police have arrested 18 people in connection with the case.

"I inspected the site where the incident took place. We can't tolerate this type of heinous crime. After collecting evidence, we have arrested 18 people so far. Scientific investigation will be conducted. A few months back, the court sentenced 23 people to life imprisonment in Sivasagar in connection with a witch-hunting case. Justice will be given here also," Akhilesh Kumar Singh s...