Imphal, Oct. 10 -- A woman was killed in firing in Chassad village in Manipur's Kamjong district on Friday night, triggering fresh violence, an exchange of gunfire and the imposition of prohibitory restrictions in the area.
The deceased, identified by local residents as Domkhonei, sustained bullet wounds.
According to police sources, some women tried to stop the activities of security personnel in the area, resulting in clashes.
The killing was followed by further violence, with reports of exchanges of fire involving armed groups and security forces.
Several houses were also reportedly set ablaze during the unrest. The exact number of houses damaged or destroyed has not been independently verified.
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