Guwahati, 31 October (HS): The investigation into the sensational Hotel Bilas Inn murder case in Guwahati has gathered momentum, with the accused Ghanakanta Gogoi's wife, Jonmoni Gogoi, surrendering before Dhemaji, Police said on Saturday.

Jonmoni had reportedly been absconding since the October 26 incident, following which police launched a search operation to trace her. She was also being sought for questioning to ascertain whether she had any prior knowledge of the incident and to gather further information relevant to the investigation.

Meanwhile, police are preparing to recreate the crime scene with 5 person's murder accused Ghanakanta Gogoi as part of the ongoing investigation. The accused is currently being subjected to marathon interrogation at Latashil Police Station.

Police also conducted a search at Gogoi's rented accommodation in Saukuchi and seized several articles, including a vehicle, as part of the investigation.

The shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati's Bora Service area on October 26 claimed five lives and left another person injured. The deceased included four members of the hotel owner's family and a caretaker.

A six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by Joint Commissioner of Police Ankur Jain, is investigating the case. The preliminary investigation has indicated a dispute over the hotel's lease and management as the possible trigger behind the incident.-----------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash