Mob fury in Agra, curfew imposed

Agra, Aug 29: Curfew has been imposed in Agra"s Nai Ki Mandi and Mantola area following a mob fury after four youths were crushed by a truck last night.

The violence started after the four youths, who were taking part in Shab-e-Barat procession, were crushed to death by a speeding truck, police said.

Following the incident, angry mob pelted stones and burnt government and police vehicles, including vehicles of fire brigade.

Media persons were also roughed up by the angry mob. At least 25 persons have been reportedly injured, besides several policemen.

Additional District Magistrate, city also got minor injury during stone pelting.

According to media reports, thousands of angry protesters burnt down 20 trucks after the accident.

The police lathi charged and fired in the air to cool down angry mobs on MG road.

Additional police force has been deployed in the violence-affected areas. Police forces from Meerut, Etawah and Hatras have also been rushed to maintain law and order situation.

Authorities have ordered for closure of educational institutions in the city as a precautionary measure.

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