Police continue investigating the December 7, 2025, stabbing incident in Paro, with 20-year-old Kelden, also known as Gunda Kelden, remaining in custody. Another suspect, 19-year-old rapper Dorji Ganzin (Cutie), was granted bail on January 5, 2026, but was immediately detained in Thimphu over a separate assault case. Twelve others linked to the Paro incident have been released on bail.
The 25-year-old victim, seriously injured in the attack, has undergone two surgeries and is now recovering. He provided a verbal and written statement to police, describing how seven individuals, including Cutie and Kelden, attacked him outside a club. The victim said he was struck repeatedly with knives and kicked, resulting in severe injuries and partial loss of fingers. He credited two passersby for preventing the assault from continuing.
He denied claims that he provoked the attack or was involved in earlier club altercations or a viral video. CCTV footage and eyewitness accounts support his version of events. The investigation is ongoing, and police are reviewing evidence to determine the full sequence of events and hold the responsible parties accountable.
