A violent confrontation between law enforcement and suspected criminals in the Shalkot area on Friday left one alleged snatcher dead and a police constable injured.

According to SSP Operations, Dosteen Dashti, the incident unfolded near Sana Pump when a police patrol was fired upon by the suspected individuals. The officers returned fire in response, a retaliatory action that resulted in the fatal shooting of one suspect. Two other individuals involved in the incident managed to evade capture and fled the scene.

The injured officer was identified as Head Constable Dil Murad, who sustained a gunshot wound to one of his legs during the firefight.

Mr Dashti confirmed that two additional bullets struck the head constable’s bulletproof jacket, a protective measure credited with his miraculous survival. The wounded officer was subsequently transported to Sandeman Provincial Hospital Quetta to receive medical treatment.