New Delhi, Jun 5 (PTI) Two criminals were injured in a late-night encounter with police near the Sheikh Sarai area of south Delhi, an official said on Thursday.

The duo was riding a motorcycle when police tried to intercept them. The criminals, however, allegedly opened fire, prompting retaliation from the police team. Multiple rounds were exchanged during the encounter, the official said.

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Both men were caught and shifted to a hospital for treatment, he said.

Further details are awaited, the official said.

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