An ultra killed in encounter

Shillong, Jun 16 (UNI) An unidentified militant belonging to the United A chik National Front was killed in an encounter with police at Kawahagra area bordering Bangaladesh in West Garo Hills district.

Additional Superintendent of Police, West Garo Hills district, Dalton P Marak said the encounter took place yesterday when a team of police patrolling team spotted of two ultras of UANF militant outfit at Kawahagra area.

On seeing police, the two militants suddenly opened fire, forcing the former to retaliate and in the ensuing encounter two militants sustained injuries.

Mr Marak said, however, one of the injured succumbed to his rounds, while the other managed to escape.

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