Murder suspect killed in ‘encounter’

Suspect was wanted in several criminal cases

MIANWALI:

In a police encounter near Matha Khattak Darbar-e-Sahaba in the hilly area of Makerwal, Mianwali, one wanted accused in a murder case was killed and another was injured.

The Kamar Mushani police station received information about the presence of absconding criminals, including Umair Hayat Khan and Muhammad Hayat Khan, wanted in a murder case registered in Kamar Mashani police station near Durbar-e-Sahaba.

Acting upon the tipoff, teams comprising police and elite forces, under the leadership of DSP Circle Esa Khel Muhammad Iqbal, were formed to apprehend them.

Upon confrontation, the wanted criminals opened indiscriminate fire at the police party, resulting in an encounter.

Following the exchange of fire, a search operation was launched, leading to the discovery of the deceased, identified as Umair Hayat Khan, and an injured individual, identified as Muhammad Hayat Khan. Hayat Khan succumbed to his injuries while receiving medical treatment.

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Both Umair Hayat and Muhammad Hayat Khan were previously accused in a murder case and were proclaimed offenders in multiple other cases.

The search for the remaining absconding criminals was ongoing under the supervision of DSP Circle Isa Khel Muhammad Iqbal.

DPO Mianwali Matiullah Khan commended the bravery and valour exhibited by the police officers and said the law enforcement authorities continue their efforts to ensure the apprehension of all individuals involved in criminal activities.

 

Published in The Express Tribune, February 16^th, 2024.