Karachi: Two accused killed in alleged police encounter

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Karachi: Two accused killed in alleged police encounter
KARACHI: Two accused were killed while three others injured in an alleged encounter that took place in Malir Halt area of Karachi, Geo News reported on Wednesday.

According to SSP Nasir Aftab, AVCC and CPLC conducted a joint operation against the kidnappers in Malir Halt area during which the culprits opened fire and hurled hand grenades on the security personnel.

Three policemen got injured during the crossfire while two kidnappers were killed during the retaliatory action.

One of the killed accused was identified as Abdullah while the identity of the other could not be ascertained yet.

A walkie-talkie, mobile phone SIM cards, and heavy arms and ammunition were recovered from their possession, sources added.