An argument between a local woman and an Andhra settler led to tension-filled moments in Gumnapur village in Varni mandal of Nizamabad district on Monday.

It all started when Katta Lakshmi and Sathi Reddy, hailing from Krishna district, entered into an argument over a petty issue late on Sunday evening. Sathi Reddy verbally abused the woman and allegedly made some comments on the Telangana issue.

Angered over this, Lakshmi approached the JAC leaders who detained two others -- Lachanna and Sai Reddy -- for supporting Sathi Reddy.The trio reportedly passed some comments against Lakshmi. As tension mounted, police rushed to the village. However, the locals refused to hand over the duo until Sathi was arrested. The angry villagers later attacked Sathi's house destroying furniture and other materials. Based on the victim's complaint, police has booked a case against the trio.