THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A clash broke out among youngsters in Manaveeyam Veedhi in Thiruvananthapuram yesterday night. A video footage of the clash is circulating on social media. The video shows a youth being brutally assaulted by a group on the street. The injured youth is said to be a native of Poonthura. The Museum police have launched an investigation into the incident. The reason behind the clash is not clear.

Neither the youth nor anyone else has lodged a complaint with the police. However, the police found out that the youth had sought treatment at the General Hospital. The police are trying to find the injured youth and the assailants. The police officers are trying to find out if there was any animosity behind the attack.

According to the police, small and big clashes have been common in Manaveeyam Veedhi ever since nightlife started in the street. However, no one comes to the police station with a complaint. Clashes often take place in the area among various gangs and drug mafia. Manaveeyam Collective had earlier lodged a complaint alleging that some people were constantly creating issues in the area. Locals are also alleging that the drug mafia is constantly causing problems.