The FC patrol unit engaged in retaliatory firing which resulted in the deaths of four militants, whereas six militants were arrested.          — Dawn (File Photo)

DERA BUGTI: A fierce gun battle erupted between militants and Frontier Constabulary (FC) personnel in Sangsila area of Dera Bugti, killing four militants, DawnNews reported.

According to FC sources, a contingent of paramilitary personnel was on routine patrol  in the area when it was ambushed by armed men.

The FC patrol unit engaged in retaliatory firing which resulted in the deaths of four militants, whereas six militants were arrested.

A huge quantity of weapons and mortar was recovered from the arrested persons.

Investigation was under way in the area as the arrested militants were interrogated by FC personnel.

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