Faisalabad:A robber was killed, while another was arrested in gunfire in the area of Dijkot police station.
Police said here on Thursday that Assistant Sub-Inspector Farhan of Chak Jhumra police, was returning home after performing his duty late Wednesday night when two armed bandits intercepted him near Dijkot.The robbers tried to loot currency and other valuable items but the ASI produced resistance and called area police for help.
On receiving information, Dijkot police team rushed to the spot and directed the outlaws for surrender but the criminals opened firing at police party. During exchange of gunshots, one robber received serious bullet injuries and died on the spot, while his accomplice suffered injuries and held by police.
The deceased robber who was identified as Rizwan resident of Chak No.260-RB, involved in 28 cases of various natures. The injured outlaw was identified as Abrar and he was shifted to hospital for treatment. Further investigation was under way, he added.
