Two criminals were apprehended following an exchange of fire with the police in Doraha on Monday. The accused were identified as Harsimran Singh Mand and Avonjot Singh Pandol, residents of Rara Sahib and Bhutta villages, respectively. Mand is involved in various criminal activities.
Superintendent of Police Pawanjeet Singh said a checkpoint was set up after a tip-off. When a car approached, its occupants allegedly opened fire on the police, triggering a retaliatory response in which Mand sustained injuries. The two were overpowered and taken into custody. Inspector Akash Dutt escaped unhurt after a bullet struck his bulletproof jacket.
Two weapons were recovered from the accused. Further investigations are underway.
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