Belagavi: Group clashes took place at communally sensitive Alwan Galli in Shahapur suburb late in the evening on Thursday over a petty issue of squabble between two groups playing 'galli cricket'.
Sources said two groups clashed after ball hit a person while children were playing cricket in the lane. Verbal exchanges escalated and incidents of stone pelting added fuel to the fire. Two persons suffered severe injuries after being hit by stones.
Police personnel rushed to the spot and were making efforts to bring the situation under control.
Crowds had assembled infront of Shahapur police station.
Police Commissioner Iada Martin Marbaniang said, clashes between two groups over petty issue has escalated. Based on CCTV footage we shall take action against those responsible for the acts.
Published 23 May 2024, 15:57 IST