Suryapet: Clashes erupt in Maddirala; house demolished; JCB set ablaze

An altercation between two persons escalated to the point where one group demolished a house using a JCB earthmover, while the opposing group retaliated by setting the JCB and a Mahindra Bolero SUV on fire.

Suryapet: Two groups clashed in Maddirala mandal in Suryapet district late on Monday night due to longstanding enmity.

According to available information, an altercation between two persons escalated to the point where one group demolished a house using a JCB earthmover, while the opposing group retaliated by setting the JCB and a Mahindra Bolero SUV on fire.

The local police have plunged into action and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the violent incident.

The situation remained tense on Tuesday morning S well, and additional police forces have been deployed to maintain order and prevent further violence. Police urged residents of Maddirala Mandal to stay calm.