Facebook comment on Prophet sparks protest in Kumble

Mangalore Today News Network

Kasargod, July 21, 2013: A Facebook comment allegedly insulting Prophet Mohammad sparked a massive protest in Kumble on July 20, Saturday. Police had to use tear gas and a mild lathi charge to quell the mob.

Hundreds of people under the aegis of the Kumble Muslim United Forum took out a protest march and staged a demonstration in front of the Kumble Police Station demanding immediate arrest of the culprits.

The agitators alleged that some youth from Kumble Mayippady and Naikapu had been posting derogatory comments since the past two days and that the police were reluctant to file a complaint despite several Muslim leaders approaching them on the issue.

The agitators also warned of a severe protest if the police failed to apprehend the culprits. There were even reports that a bus was stoned.

A complaint has been lodged regarding the derogatory comments on Prophet and investigations have been initiative by the Cyber Crime Cell. It is learnt, two arrests have also been made.

SP Thomson Jose has warned people against resorting to acts aimed at disrupting peace.

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A. S. Mathew, U.S.A.	Sun, July-21-2013, 6:27
It is terribly sad that there are some people born to this world to create bloodshed and death. These demon-possessed people will attack other religions, their places of worship and their leaders. The deadly outcome in hurting other religions is far worse and far-reaching. Islam religion is the second largest religion in the world with over 1 billion believers spreading all over the world. The police will have to catch these hiding criminals and punish them without any mercy; they are totally dedicated to creating troubles and discord in the society.

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