Policeman martyred, two suspected robbers killed in encounter

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 28th Jul, 2026) A police constable embraced martyrdom after sustaining gunshot wounds during an encounter with suspected robbers in Pakistan Bazaar area on early Tuesday, police said.

According to police, the encounter took place near National Stop in Altaf Nagar when a police party confronted the suspects.

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During the ensuing exchange of fire, two alleged robbers were killed.

Police said Constable Hassan, 26, son of Shoukat Ali, sustained serious injuries after being shot by the suspects.

He was being shifted to the Aga Khan University Hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries on the way, police added.

Police recovered two pistols along with ammunition and a motorcycle from the suspects.

Further investigation into the incident is underway, police said.