Imphal/Guwahati: Today, in the capital city of Imphal, Manipur, a furious gunfight broke out between an armed group and the security guards of a top police officer.
According to the police, the gunfight took place in the Wankhei neighborhood of Imphal West, outside the home of M. Amit Singh, the Additional Superintendent of Police (Operations).Images from the gunfight in Wankhei in Imphal, Manipur, that were posted on social media show the surrounding residents fleeing into the darkness in fear of being shot at by automatic weapons.
Images from the gunfight in Wankhei in Imphal, Manipur, that were posted on social media show the surrounding residents fleeing into the darkness in fear of being shot at by automatic weapons.
According to the authorities, the armed group destroyed a clinic and Mr. Singh’s home. The seven doctors that make up Mr. Singh’s family own the clinic.
According to accounts, at least 20–30 armed individuals forced open the gate and started shooting. According to the father of the police officer, Mr. Singh was not home when the attack took place this evening.
Images from the gunfight that have been circulated on social media show the surrounding inhabitants frantically seeking shelter in the dark as automatic gunfire cracks loudly.
According to sources, the state police, army, and Assam Rifles have taken over the region and are looking for the armed gang.