Rehan and Armaan, two men were on a bike which was stopped by Police during checking, near the Matka Masjid of Alapur Police Station in Kakrala town of Badaun. They were charged a challan and sent back.
At least 16 people were injured in the violent skirmishes, including four police officers. The city's internet services have been suspended, and significant security measures have been put in place to maintain law and order.