LONDON, April 21: Four people were injured after a clash broke out between two groups at a gurdwara in Moers, Germany, on Sunday afternoon during prayer time.
The incident occurred around 2:20 pm at a Sikh community centre, prompting a major police response, including special forces and a temporary helicopter deployment.
According to the Wesel district police, the altercation led to minor injuries for four individuals, including one cut injury.
Authorities confirmed that arrests were made, but the exact cause of the confrontation and reports of gunshots have not yet been verified. Criminal police and the public prosecutor’s office are continuing investigations.
German media reports suggest the clash may have originated from internal disputes within members of the Sikh community, possibly escalating during a festival at the gurdwara.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene, with multiple police vehicles, ambulances, and dog units arriving at the site. Some people reportedly fled the building barefoot as the situation unfolded.
While some members of the Sikh community claimed that shots were fired and that knives and pepper spray were used, other witnesses said they did not hear any gunfire.
Authorities have not confirmed these claims.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the precise cause and nature of the violence, as police continue to gather evidence and statements from witnesses. (PTI)
