KANNUR: Clashes erupted between inmates in Kannur Central Prison on Tuesday afternoon. Following the conflict in the 11th block of the prison, a prisoner suffered head injuries. The injured has been identified as Noufal, who is serving a prison term in a theft case. As per Noufal's statement, KAAPA prisoner Ashwin attacked him. An investigation has been initiated into the incident.

Months ago, there wa a similar incident in Kannur jail as there was a clash in the 10th block between Chirayath Sajan, Palliparambath Nelson and Amarjith, who are prisoners under the Goonda Act.