Two Suspected Thieves Killed in Police Encounter Near Sonapur, Assam

Police officials said that a team of armed personnel engaged two men suspected of theft near the town of Sonapur in Assam. The confrontation escalated into an encounter, after which both suspects were found dead on the spot. Local authorities have not released further details about the weapons used or the exact sequence of events. The incident was reported to the district superintendent, and a formal FIR has been registered. Investigators will examine the case to confirm whether the use of lethal force was justified under the circumstances.