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Minor killed in celebratory firing in UP

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Press Trust of India Faizabad (UP)
A 14-year-old boy was killed in celebratory firing during a wedding ceremony in Kumarganj area of the district, police said today.

According to the police, a wedding programme was going on in Devgoan village of Kumarganj area when one Mahmood (40), after completion of ceremonies, started firing from his licensed .12 bore gun.

A bullet hit Imran, a family member of the bride.

Police have arrested the accused with his gun.

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First Published: Feb 19 2015 | 11:50 PM IST

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