Mob sets fire to buildings in village in Patna district; two dead, several injured

At least two people have been killed while five others were injured when a mob set fire to a few buildings in a village on the outskirts of Patna on Sunday.

Two groups engaged in a violent clash in Jethuli village in Patna district over a parking dispute, according to a report in ANI. A heavy deployment of the police force has been made in the area.

Five people were injured in the incident and they were referred to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) and Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH).

"A fight between two groups escalated into violence with firing by one group. Five people were injured. We have got information about two deaths. Seven accused including the village chief arrested. Police to camp in Jethuli until the situation normalises. The situation is stabilising," said Syed Imran Masood, Superintendent of Police, City.

"One accused's house was set on fire and was brought under control. Some locals said that shots were fired in front of one police SI. If such a thing happened then, it is a serious matter and will be probed," added the SP City.