Robber killed in Lahore police encounter

Robber killed in Lahore police encounter

Crime

The deceased suspect was involved in a recent incident of firing on a dolphin squad

LAHORE (Dunya News) – A high-profile robber was killed in a crossfire with the CIA police near Mian Chowk, Jubilee Town early on Thursday. 

The suspect was involved in multiple cases of heinous crimes including murder, attempt to murder, kidnapping and robbery. 

Asif, also known as Asu, was already in police custody and was returning after identification parade and recoveries when the accomplices of the suspect opened indiscriminate fire on police near Mian Chowk. The police mobile also came under exchange of heavy fire.

The deceased suspect was involved in firing on dolphin squad officials who are in critical condition.

Four accomplices of Asif fled after shooting. A search operation to apprehend the fleeing suspects is underway.