By IANS,
New Delhi: At least 27 people were arrested for rioting after a clash between two groups in east Delhi, police said Sunday.
According to police, the incident took place late Saturday when some residents of Block 11 in Kalyan Puri pelted stones on people of Block 16. The mob, which the police say was instigated by Sarwan, a known criminal of the area, torched three rickshaw carts and tried to set shops on fire.
“They also fired at policemen, injuring a sub inspector and six others. We have registered two cases of rioting and arrested 27 people. We have also recovered swords and illegally made pistols,” said a senior police officer.
The incident took place due to a long-standing dispute between Sarwan and a man named Manjeet, who has 10 criminal cases against him.
“Sarwan’s son had tried to kill Manjeet. Sarwan on Saturday had gone to court for his son’s bail. Manjeet was also there. Sarwan and Manjeet had a row in the court complex,” the officer said.
“Manjeet went to a police picket and reported the matter. We believe it further angered Sarwan and his men, who then went on a rampage later in the night,” the officer added.