Two groups clash over control of drug trade in Ctg

Two groups clashed and exchanged gunfire over control of the drug trade in the Bakalia area of Chattogram city late Sunday night.

The two groups engaged in several rounds of chasing and counter-chasing and also exchanged gunfire, locals said.

Additional police were deployed in the area as of 1am on Monday, while a special operation was under way to arrest those involved.

Locals said the two groups suddenly attacked each other with sticks and sharp weapons around 11pm. At one point, they also hurled bricks and stones at each other. Several loud sounds were heard during the clash.

Bakalia police station Officer-in-Charge Shahinur Alam said the clash took place over control of the drug trade.

Several people from both sides were injured in the clash, but none suffered serious injuries, he said.

Police were conducting an operation to arrest those involved, the OC added.