Dalit man killed in clash, locals go on rampage in Uttar Pradesh

A Dalit was killed during a clash between two communities in Kaushambi today after which villagers went on a rampage, torched the house of the suspect and threw brickbats injuring a policeman, official sources said.

Hori Lal, 35, was shot dead allegedly by a member of another community during the clash in Lahna village.

Angry members of Lal's community torched the house of the man who allegedly fired the bullet and indulged in brickbatting when police tried to disperse them. Deputy superintendent of police Sushil was injured in the incident, police said.

Heavy police force have been deployed in the area to control the situation.