Imphal, June 17 -- The number of persons arrested in the kidnapping case of a differently-abled man rose to 9 as of Monday, the Manipur police morning bulletin reported on Tuesday.

The police have arrested a total of nine persons, including a woman, in connection with the disappearance of Chesam Abdul Kadir, also known as Achouba (29), a resident of Paobitek Mayai Leikai in Imphal West district. They have also seized a total of five vehicles in the case, including three Gypsies, one DI Pick-up, and one Activa.

Police have taken prompt action in response to the demands made by the Manipur Meitei Pangal Welfare Organisation for deterrent punishment to those involved in the case. The MMWO Secretary General, Firoz Khan, has also condemned t...