There was pandemonium in Area 25 in Lilongwe, as police and local community engaged in running battles.

The fracas started after a standard 7 boy allegedly killed his standard 8 friend last night.

The motive of the killing is not clear as of now.

And in revenge attacks, at least 2 houses have been burnt in Section 7 of the area.

Meanwhile, the family of the boy who has allegedly killed his friend has escaped, together with the boy.

Police were all over the place fighting with the communities.