The exchange of fire took place in Pirabad area of Karachi, also injuring a passer-by. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE
According to assistant sub-inspector, Aftab, of Pirabad police station, an exchange of fire took place between the Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) and militants of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) near Mianwali Colony.
A militant identified as Mohammad Khan was killed while his accomplice Zaki managed to fled from the scene.
Initial reports further revealed two police personnel, identified as Sajid and Shahzad and a passerby Mujeeb, were also injured as a result of the firing. The injured and the bodies were shifted to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.
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Police, paramilitary Rangers and other law enforcement agencies are busy in an operation in Karachi since September 5, 2013 to root out crime and terrorism from the megalopolis.
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