Firing near Akshardham Temple in Delhi, attacker nabbed by police

A group of robbers opened fire on Delhi Police near Akshardham temple on Thursday. They opened fire when they were given a chase by the cops. According to initial reports, two criminals have been arrested by the city police. The incident took place after a robbery incident was reported at the Pandav Nagar police station. The group then tried to flee when they came face-to-face with the police near Akshardham temple and opened fire.

"Robbers fire upon a police team in Pandav Nagar area near Akshardham Temple. One person held," ANI tweeted. Heavy security forces have been deployed in the area. 

Robbers fire upon a police team in Pandav Nagar area near Akshardham Temple, Delhi. One person held.

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More details are awaited.