Robber killed in 'shootout'
A robber was killed during a “shootout” between his cohorts and police at Narendrapur village under Monohordi upazila early yesterday.
Acting on a tip-off, police arrested Hiron, 28, leader of a gang of robbers, at his house at Dairerpar village in the upazila Friday afternoon.
As per his confessional statement, police along with Hiron went to Narendrapur village to recover hidden firearms at about 3.30am. When they reached the village, Hiron's cohorts opened fire, prompting the law enforcers to retaliate.
Police said Hiron received bullets during the shootout and died instantly, while his accomplices managed to flee.
Three policemen were also injured during the gun battle. They were admitted to Monohordi Upazila Health Complex.
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