According to Jamshed Quarter police officials, an alleged dacoit was killed by an armed citizen during a failed robbery attempt on Jail Chowrangi bridge on Monday morning.
The second suspect, believed to be the deceased’s accomplice, managed to escape from the scene and is still at large.
Law enforcement personnel from the Jamshed Quarters police station, who are investigating the case, have collected evidence from the crime scene, including a pistol and bullets.
The body of the unidentified suspect has been moved to a nearby hospital for medico-legal procedures.
Authorities have confirmed that a formal investigation has been launched to determine the full details of the incident.