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MULTAN, Nov 04 (APP): A late-night police encounter near Pul Bhindi, within the jurisdiction of Shah Shams Police Station, resulted in the arrest of one armed suspect, while his accomplice managed to escape. The injured suspect was arrested after the exchange of gunfire.
According to police sources, a patrol team was conducting crime checks and vehicle inspections when two men on a motorcycle were signaled to stop. Instead of complying, the suspects opened fire on the police party. In response, the officers quickly took defensive positions and returned fire.
During the exchange, one of the suspects lost control of his motorcycle while attempting to flee toward Kaiyanpur Chowk. The bike crashed into a bridge wall, causing the suspect severe leg injuries. He also sustained a gunshot wound to his lower abdomen. Meanwhile, his accomplice took advantage of the darkness and managed to escape.
The injured suspect was identified as Abdul Rehman alias Ali, son of Muhammad Rafiq, while the absconding accomplice was named Ali Shan.