Two boys killed in celebratory firing

Ballia, June 3 (UNI) Two boys were killed and as many wounded in celebratory firing during a marriage ceremony in Khujeri area here late last night, police today said.

The marriage of two girls -- both first cousins -- were to be solemnised in village Ajuar, when someone started firing in revelry.

The bullets accidently hit Rahul (12), Sonu (15), Akhilesh (11) and Sumanti (10). Rahul and Sonu died on the spot.

A case had been registered in this regard.

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