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Germany Clash: Armed With Kirpans, Knives Warring Sikh Factions Turn Duisburg Gurdwara Into Warzone, 11 Injured
24htopnews | April 21, 2026 8:09 PM CST

At least 11 people were injured after a violent clash broke out inside a gurdwara in Duisburg, Germany. Videos circulating online show groups fighting with sharp objects, including kirpans and knives. Reports say pepper spray and a firearm may also have been used, while police launched a major response and detained at least one suspect.

A violent clash took place inside a gurdwara in the German city of Duisburg, leaving at least 11 people injured. Clips shared on social media, purportedly filmed inside the religious premises, show a physical altercation between two groups. Sharp objects, including kirpans and knives, were reportedly used during the brawl. Panic gripped the gurudwara; screams could be heard and some people could be seen trying to intervene and pacify the situation.

Around 40 people were believed to have been involved in the altercation, prompting a major police response, including the deployment of special tactical units, according to the German newspaper Bild.

Besides sharp weapons, pepper spray and even a firearm were reportedly used inside the religious premises, NDTV reported, quoting witnesses.

The exact cause of the violence remains under investigation. However, preliminary probes suggest the dispute may be linked to the election of a new board of directors. The conflict is also believed to involve disagreements over gurdwara funds, with multiple groups claiming control.


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