According to initial details and police, the incident occurred when they tried to capture fleeing accused persons from the near the court.
2 prisoners killed, 1 injured in firing at Lahore Sessions Court
Reportedly, a police officer was also killed with the accused. He has been identified as Asif Iqbal.
Earlier reports suggested that the accused, identified as Ahsan, was attacked by armed men from the opponent group who opened fire at him.
Following the incident, police also cordoned off the area and have started their investigation.
This story is still developing and will be updated accordingly.
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