KARACHI: Two suspected robbers were killed in a police encounter near Dua Chowk in Sector 5-F, New Karachi, police said on Thursday.
According to SSP Imran Khan, the suspects were allegedly attempting to rob a citizen of his mobile phone when police officers reached the scene. Police said the suspects opened fire after seeing the officers, prompting a retaliatory exchange of fire.
Both suspects were killed during the encounter. Police identified them as Riaz and Babu.
A weapon, motorcycle and a stolen mobile phone were reportedly recovered from the suspects. Police said their criminal records were being checked to determine whether they were involved in other criminal activities.
