Published 20:18 IST, December 30th 2023

Fresh violence breaks out in Manipur, 1 commando injured

The unidentified gunmen reportedly opened fire on a police convoy while they were going out for patrolling.

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Imphal: A gunfight broke out between unidentified and police commandos in border town Moreh on Saturday, according to news agency PTI. The gunmen reportedly opened fire on a police convoy while they were going for patrolling, as per PTI. As a result, a commando has been injured and is currently undergoing treatment at 5 Assam Rifles Camp.

One policeman sustained splinter injuries when they come under attack while crossing M Chahnou village section of Imphal-Moreh road," a police officer told PTI.

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According to preliminary reports, indiscriminate firing was continuing near New Moreh entrance gate and M Chahnou village.

Two houses were also set on fire in Moreh, according to reports.

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(With inputs from PTI)

 

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19:27 IST, December 30th 2023