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Attacker stabs IUML legislator at residence

The attacker was overpowered and handed over to the police.

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FP Archives|Nov 08, 2013, 12:54:25 IST

Malappuram (Kerala): Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) legislator Abdusamad Samadani suffered a stab wound Friday after a person attacked him with a knife at his home.IUML Lok Sabha member E.T.Mohammed Basheer told reporters the injury is not serious and he has suffered a cut near his nose. He has been hospitalised.[caption id="attachment_1218519" align="alignleft" width="380"]Representational image. Reuters Representational image. Reuters[/caption]"The legislator was acting as a mediator between two groups over a dispute at a mosque... Today (Friday) morning there was a round of talks and after that everyone left. But one person returned and said that he needs to speak to the legislator again."He suddenly drew out a knife and attacked the legislator," said Basheer.The attacker was overpowered and handed over to the police.The legislator was taken to a nearby hospital where he is convalescing.IANS

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First Published:Nov 08, 2013, 12:54:25 IST
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