Aizawl, Aug. 19 -- An 80-year-old woman was found dead, seemingly murdered, inside her house at Maubawk locality in southern Aizawl around 12:30 pm today.

The victim, Runliani, a widow, was found by a neighbour who had gone to her house to buy something.

She was found lying in a pool of blood with her throat slit. The house, which also functions as a shop, was the scene of the crime.

Runliani lived with her daughter and grandson. The incident occurred while her daughter had stepped out to tend to a nearby kitchen garden.

Police sources confirmed that three suspects have been arrested for questioning. Forensic experts have collected samples, and investigations are ongoing.

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