New Delhi, Oct 25 || Three criminals and a head constable were injured during an exchange of fire between Delhi Police and a group of wanted offenders in the Nangloi area early on Saturday.
According to officials, the gang -- known for attacking police teams -- had been under surveillance by the Outer District Police.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outer) Sachin Sharma told, "Two days ago, the same group was involved in a hot chase during which they opened fire on the police party. The officers retaliated, but the accused managed to escape at that time."
The criminals resurfaced in Nangloi on Saturday morning, where they were intercepted by the police. When challenged, the gang once again opened fire, prompting officers to return fire. In the ensuing exchange, three of the four criminals sustained bullet injuries and were later apprehended.
"All injured accused have been shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment," officials said, adding that a head constable also sustained injuries in the encounter.