Violence erupts in Bihar's Gopalganj following false rumours of biker's death

Violence erupts in Bihar's Gopalganj, police vehicle torched; several detained

Violence erupted in Bihar's Gopalganj on Sunday evening following false rumours of a biker's death in an accident, said officials, while adding that the mob had also torched a police vehicle. However, the situation is under control after the police used tear gas shells to disperse the crowd and deployed extra personnel.   The violence comes at a time when assembly elections are being held in Bihar. The polling had taken place in Gopalganj in the…

Gopalganj: Police Vehicle Torched After Bike Accident Sparks Rumour of Rider’s Death in Bihar, Probe On (Watch Video) | 📰 LatestLY

A police vehicle was set on fire in Gopalganj, Bihar, after a bike accident involving three riders sparked rumours that one of them had died. The incident occurred around 6:30-7 PM today, November 9, when the bike tried to avoid a speeding Scorpio, resulting in a crash that left the riders injured and hospitalised. 📰 Gopalganj: Police Vehicle Torched After Bike Accident Sparks Rumour of Rider’s Death in Bihar, Probe On (Watch Video).

Violence erupts in Bihar's Gopalganj following false rumours of biker's death

According to police, the accident occurred around 6:30 to 7:00 pm when a police vehicle carrying the Circle Inspector was heading toward the police lines.