Najaf Police Command announced the arrest of 70 suspects in connection with the dispute that took place in Zarqa area, north of Kufa district.

The police media stated in a statement that: “Various weapons and ammunition were seized, and search operations are still ongoing for all those involved in this incident to bring them to justice.”

A dispute and exchange of fire took place in Zarqa area, north of Kufa district, last night, which led to the death of one person and the injury of several others, including pilgrims who were heading to Karbala on foot, before the police took control of the situation.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency