Police encounter in Shalkot, Quetta leaves one suspect killed, another arrested injured
Quetta, A police encounter in Shalkot, located in Quetta’s Saryab area, resulted in the death of one suspect and the arrest of another in injured condition.
According to the spokesperson of Balochistan Police, the incident occurred during routine checking when four suspicious individuals riding two motorcycles were signaled to stop. Instead of complying, the suspects opened fire on the police party.
In the ensuing exchange of fire, one suspect, Shafiullah, was injured and taken into custody, while another, Lala Barich, sustained critical injuries and later succumbed to them.
Police officials confirmed that Shafiullah has a criminal record, with more than 21 cases registered against him, including theft and robbery. During the operation, police recovered Rs. 15,000 in cash, a TT pistol with three rounds, and a 9mm pistol with four rounds from the suspects.
The deceased and injured suspects were shifted to Civil Hospital Quetta, while further investigation into the incident is underway.