Eleven killed as two religious groups clash in Bhakkar

Bhakkar: An armed clash between two religious groups left at least eleven people dead in Kotla Jam area on Friday.

A policeman and eight others sustained wounds in the clash, which brought Darya Khan, Kotla Jam and other adjacent areas to a standstill.

Police confirmed that the gun battle between two religious groups killed seven people in Kotla Jam.

Hospital sources said that eight people including a cop were injured in the clash.

According to reports , local administration and police have failed to overcome the situation and the two groups were still exchanging fire.

Provocative remarks were being made through mosques in Darya Khan which further worsened the situation.

Enraged protestors blocked the DI Khan road while the police and rescue teams were also stopped from reaching the spot.

Provincial government has not taken any notice of the incident despite several hours. However, the District Police Officer said that additional contingent of police have been called in from Sargodha district to bring the situation under control.