Six people injured in clash between two religious parties in Karachi

KARACHI: At least six people were injured in an armed clash between two religious groups in Karachi’s Korangi area, ARY News reported. 

As per details, a clash between two religious groups occurred near Allah Wali Mosque in Korangi’s Awami Colony, Karachi, resulting in bullet injuries to six people. The injured individuals were identified as Jafar, Junaid, Syed Raza, Sajid, Adil, and Hammad.

They were rushed to Jinnah Hospital for medical treatment.

Upon receiving information about the incident, SSP Korangi Kamran Khan arrived at the scene and deployed additional police forces to restore peace in the area.

Talking to ARY News SSP Kamran Khan said that the conflict started over one religious group attempting to raise a flag at a local square, which led to a verbal altercation with members of another group, escalating into a violent confrontation.

The firing and stone-pelting caused widespread panic in the area, prompting shopkeepers to close their businesses.

Police have assured that the situation is now under control, and an investigation is underway. SSP Korangi also stated that the suspects involved in the incident will be arrested soon.

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