Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

One Suspect Killed As Police Come Under Fire In Bara Bazaar, Khyber


(MENAFN- Tribal News Network)

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Police officials and a civilian were injured during a shooting incident in Bara Bazaar of Khyber district on Friday after an exchange of fire between police and suspects near the market area.

According to police sources, the incident occurred close to Bara Bazaar when law enforcement personnel encountered armed suspects, triggering a brief but intense shootout.

Additional SHO, Milward police station, Lal Kalam, ASI Bismillah Khan, and a civilian sustained injuries in the exchange. All three were rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors confirmed that their condition is stable and they are out of danger.

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Police officials said that during the encounter, one suspect was arrested in an injured condition following the exchange of fire. However, the suspect later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

Further investigations into the incident are underway, while security in and around Bara Bazaar has been tightened following the shooting.

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