9 year old kid shot dead in 'Celebratory Firing'

July 17, 2012 14:55
9 year old kid shot dead in 'Celebratory Firing'

Uttar Pradesh is now host to another tragic incident where a nine year old innocent boy has been killed in the celebratory firings in Bariely. The Celebratory Firings were banned by the Supreme Court long ago but they were still in practice. This particular incident happened during the oath taking ceremony of Riyaz Ansari who was an independant candidate in the civic body.

The police confirmed that this was an accident but they have no clue as to how the supporters of Ansari had been able to bring in the fre arms.

Vandita Srivatsav, Sub Divisional Magistrate in Bariely, has said that, the incident took place during the oath taking ceremony and by then 70% of the guests have already left the area, The accused was arrested and further investigation into the issue is still going on. A report had been sent to the Chief Minister's relief fund too. The family would be compensated and help in any possible way”.


(AW- Anil)

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