JALALPUR BHATTIAN
Two alleged robbers were killed in police encounter late Thursday night, according to Jalalpur Bhattian police station in-charge. The Pindi Bhattian police force had set up pickets at Kassisey and Jalalpur Bhattian towns after receiving a call on 15 that four armed men had snatched a motorbike, cash and documents from one Javed. During checking of suspected persons, the police came across alleged dacoits, who opened fire on policemen when they were signalled to stop at fled the scene. The police party started chasing the alleged criminals. Meanwhile, a heavy contingent of police, along with Elite force commandos, joined chasing team. The second encounter took place near village Nisowal, in which two of alleged criminals were injured in firing by their accomplices.—APP
