Pakistan: Two policemen killed after gunmen fired on check post in Quetta

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ANI Chakki Shahwani [Pakistan]
Last Updated : Jun 11 2017 | 4:07 PM IST

At least two policemen have reportedly been killed and one injured after unidentified assailants riding a motorcycle opened fire on a check post in Quetta's Chakki Shahwani area.

Citing sources, the Dawn reported that one policeman died on the spot while other succumbed to injuries.

According to sources, the gunmen fled after the attack.

As per the report, the shooting appeared to be an incident of targeted killing.

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First Published: Jun 11 2017 | 4:07 PM IST

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