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LONDON: Gangs of youths - described by locals as Pakistani-origin Muslims - descended on predominantly Hindu areas of Leicester on Monday and Tuesday week to take revenge for a few Indian fans allegedly chanting "Death to Pakistan" following India's victory over Pakistan in an Asia Cup cricket match.
A police investigation is underway into hate crimes after the violence flared and racist chanting took place in the Belgrave area of Leicester after the match on August 28.
But on Monday and Tuesday large gangs of youths wandered around predominantly Hindu neighbourhoods, some with weapons, including knives. On Tuesday the violence occurred...