Six dacoits were shot dead in an alleged encounter with the police in Iqbal Town area of Lahore on Saturday. According to police, the dacoits entered a house in Iqbal Town to commit a robbery. The alert family wasted no time in informing the police through emergency call on 15. On seeing the police’s quick response, the dacoits panicked and opened fire on the police party. In the intense ensuing battle, six dacoits were killed.

 
Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)