Policeman killed, another wounded in Nawab Town shootout
Crime
One of the suspects was shot dead in retaliatory fire
LAHORE (Dunya News) – A policeman was killed and another suffered wounds in an encounter with a group of criminals in Nawab Town on Friday.
According to details, a police party conducted a raid in a Nawab Town neighbourhood to arrest some criminals.
On seeing police, a band of three criminals fired gunshots, killing a policeman identified as Khalil and injuring assistant sub-inspector Abdul Ghaffoor.
As the police team retaliated, one suspect was killed and another suffered gunshot wounds, while one made good escape. The deceased suspect was identified as Faisal.
Weapons and ammunition were seized during the raid.
Police authorities said the criminals were wanted for their involvement in 395 cases.
The injured policeman was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the body of the deceased policeman was transported to morgue for autopsy. Both officers hailed from Pakpattan.
Police are currently conducting raids to apprehend the absconder.
