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Teen killed, another injured in group clash in Odisha

Teen killed, another injured in group clash in Odisha

TOI City Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Oct 15, 2024, 15:00 IST

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A teenager was killed and another injured in a clash between two groups after a Durga immersion procession in Odisha's Nabarangpur district. The incident occurred near the municipality office, and police quickly intervened. Authorities suspect tensions during the procession led to the violence. Seven to eight suspects have been detained, and investigations are ongoing.

Teen killed, another injured in group clash in Odisha

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NEW DELHI: A teenager was killed and another seriously injured in a clash between two groups after the immersion procession of Goddess Durga in Odisha's Nabarangpur district, police reported.
The incident occurred around 10 PM on Monday near the Nabarangpur municipality office, following the procession's conclusion.
Sub-divisional police officer (SDPO) Krushna Chandra Bhatra explained that the conflict resulted in two minors being stabbed.The police swiftly responded and transported the injured teenagers to the Nabarangpur district headquarters hospital. One of the teens succumbed to his injuries during treatment, while the other is still receiving medical care.
The exact motive behind the clash is still unclear. However, authorities believe it might have been due to tensions during the procession. "We have detained seven to eight suspects in connection with this case and further investigation is ongoing," stated the SDPO.

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