Guwahati, Jan 20: One person was killed and four others sustained serious injuries after a violent clash erupted between two groups at Gaurinagar in the Karigaon area of Assam’s Kokrajhar district on Monday evening.

The deceased has been identified as Sikhna Jwhwlao Bismit, a resident of Bagaribari under Rupsi.

According to reports, the incident occurred around 7.30 pm. What began as an altercation between the two groups soon escalated into violence, resulting in one fatality.

Sources said the situation turned volatile after miscreants allegedly set a Scorpio vehicle on fire.

Four persons were seriously injured in the clash and were rushed to Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. The injured have been identified as Mahesh Murmu and Sunil Murmu, both residents of Karigaon, and Jugiraj Brahma of Anthaigaon.

Police suspect that tensions flared after the Scorpio vehicle was allegedly involved in hitting two individuals, triggering the violence.

Police personnel reached the spot soon after the incident and brought the situation under control. Security has since been tightened in and around the area to prevent further escalation.

“The exact cause or motive behind the incident is not yet clear. We are investigating the matter and will proceed as per the law,” a senior police official said.

Senior officials confirmed that an investigation has been initiated to ascertain the sequence of events and identify those involved in the violence.