Two dacoits who escaped after committing a robbery were killed in a police encounter in Faisalabad on Saturday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. 

Both of the dacoits fled after committing a robbery in Hajiabad area and hid themselves inside a shop.

However, the police patrol reached there and in an ensuing exchange of firing both of them were killed. 

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Operations Abdullah Ahmed, Superintendent of Police (SP) Madina Town Zoner and Station House Officer (SHO) Millat Town Rana Mugfoor led the police party.

According to the police, the robbers also were also wanted in looting of 125 motorbikes along with cash.

Reporter: Faseeh Haider