Punjab Newsline | Ferozepur
A police encounter took place in Ferozepur district when two motorcycle-borne suspects allegedly opened fire on a police team during a checkpoint operation near the Sabra Dam.
According to police, the CIA Staff Zira and Mallanwala police station had received specific information, following which a blockade was set up near the Sabra Dam. During the operation, two men identified as Harjit Singh, son of Jatinder Singh, a resident of Talwandi Soba under Patti police station, and Dilbag Singh, son of Richhpal Singh, a resident of Joge Wala, arrived on a motorcycle.
Police signalled the duo to stop, but they allegedly tried to flee. When officers attempted to intercept them, the suspects reportedly opened fire on the police team. Bullets also struck a police vehicle during the exchange.
Police retaliated, and in the ensuing crossfire of around six rounds, both suspects sustained injuries. They were immediately shifted to Civil Hospital, Ferozepur, where they are undergoing treatment.
Ferozepur SSP Bhupinder Singh confirmed the incident and said that two pistols were recovered from the accused. He added that the suspects are being questioned to determine their involvement in previous criminal activities, and their criminal records are also being verified.
Further investigation is underway.
