Three killed in gun battle between security forces and militants in northwest Pakistan

Apart from a security officer, two push-cart owners were also killed during the exchange of fire.

Published: 18th March 2021 12:39 AM  |   Last Updated: 18th March 2021 12:39 AM   |  A+A A-

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By PTI

PESHAWAR: Three people, including a militant, were killed in a gun battle between security forces and terrorists in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Wednesday, police said.

The encounter took place in Kanju area of Swat district.

Officials said a second terrorist has been apprehended in injured condition.

Apart for the deceased security officer, two push-cart owners were also killed during the exchange of fire.

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