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Germany Gurdwara Clash: One in the Duisburg area of ​​Moers, Germany gurudwara A violent clash broke out in which at least 11 people were injured. Videos going viral on social media, purportedly from inside the gurudwara, show a fight between two groups. In these videos, pictures of the use of sharp weapons like knives and kirpans have emerged.

About 40 people were involved in this clash, after which the police took action on a large scale. According to German newspaper Bild, special police tactical units were also deployed on the spot.

Why did this whole controversy happen?

According to the NDTV report, eyewitnesses said that apart from sharp weapons, pepper spray and even a gun were also used. The investigation into the exact cause of this bloody clash is ongoing. However, in the initial investigation, the police have said that the dispute may have started over the election of the new board of directors. It is being told that this dispute is also regarding the funds of the Gurudwara, on which different groups are claiming.

Was there already planning?

A 56-year-old devotee who witnessed the incident told Bild, “It all seemed to be planned in advance. As the service was about to begin, the attackers suddenly used pepper spray and attacked the protesters. Then one of them fired a pistol. I also saw knives.”

What is the controversy regarding the fund?

He told that there was a dispute going on for a long time between the former and present management of the Gurudwara regarding funds. “There have been problems and conflicts for a long time, but the real issue is influence and the right to take the final decision. As soon as the attack started, many people ran away in fear. This incident could have been much more serious, but it is a matter of relief that no one’s life is in danger.”

Did the police take anyone into custody?

According to Bild’s report, 11 people were injured in the clash, who were treated on the spot by paramedics and emergency doctors. Police have detained at least one suspect and placed him in a patrol vehicle. Now the Criminal Investigation Department is busy finding out who attacked whom.

The gun used in the incident has not been recovered yet, but based on the cartridges found at the spot, initial investigation has indicated that it could be a blank-firing pistol. That is, a weapon which sounds exactly like a real weapon, but its cartridge does not contain any shrapnel or bullets except gunpowder.