An assailant was arrested in an injured condition following an armed encounter between law enforcement agencies and suspected dacoits in the Ibrahim Hyderi area on Monday, while his accomplice managed to escape from the scene.
The incident occurred after an exchange of fire between the dacoits and police officials near Punjabi Para. During the shootout, one alleged criminal was injured and subsequently taken into custody.
Authorities have identified the arrested individual as Sultan, son of Mumtaz. He has been moved to a medical facility for treatment of his injuries.
A pistol and bullets were recovered from the suspect’s possession.
A search for the fleeing accomplice has been initiated. The Ibrahim Hyderi police station has launched a further investigation into the matter.