India • Jul 01, 2025

Brutal murder shocks Meghalaya community

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Meghalaya's Eastern West Khasi Hills after allegedly killing his girlfriend, Phyrnailin Kharsyntiew, at a busy village market.
The two reportedly argued while she and her father were selling farm produce, and things turned tragic when the argument escalated to violence.
Kharsyntiew was rushed to the hospital but sadly didn't make it.

TL;DR

Suspect caught by locals as he tried to run

Locals quickly caught the suspect as he tried to run and handed him over to police.
Investigators believe a personal dispute may have led to the attack—her father shared that she might have wanted to end their relationship.
The case has sparked outrage in the area, with many demanding justice for Phyrnailin.