Seppa Hospital Murder Case: Accused Gets Life Imprisonment

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 SEPPA, August 19: 

The Hon’ble Sessions Court, Seppa Sessions Division, has convicted Nikam Sangbia in connection with the November 2024 multiple murder case at Seppa District Hospital, bringing the two-year-old case to its judicial conclusion.

The incident occurred on 14 November 2024, when violence at the hospital claimed four lives and left seven people grievously injured. 

DySP Minli Geyi, then Officer-in-Charge of Seppa Police Station, also sustained serious injuries while responding to the incident.

The case was registered as Seppa PS Case No. 83/2024 and was investigated by SI Gagam Aje under the close guidance, monitoring and supervision of senior police officers.

East Kameng Police said the investigation followed a systematic, scientific and technology-driven approach, including the collection and examination of crucial evidence and a scientific assessment of the accused’s cognitive and mental status.

Following the investigation, the court on 19 August 2026 convicted Nikam Sangbia under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, and the Arunachal Pradesh Protection of Medical Service Personnel and Medical Service Institutions Act, 2019.

The court awarded life imprisonment under Sections 103(1) and 109(1) of the BNS, along with other sentences ranging from two to 10 years of imprisonment/rigorous imprisonment.

Fines ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹5 lakh were also imposed under the applicable provisions. The court directed that all the sentences shall run concurrently.

East Kameng Police said the conviction reflects the meticulous investigation carried out by SI Gagam Aje, supported by timely guidance, close monitoring and effective supervision by the supervisory officers.

The verdict brings a measure of justice to the four deceased victims, those injured in the incident and their families. 

East Kameng Police also appreciated the Investigating Officer and all personnel involved in the case for their professionalism, dedication and commitment to duty.





Location: Seppa 790102

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