Chandigarh, May 18 -- Chandigarh Police apprehended three persons from the ISBT Sector 43 in Chandigarh on Monday night, officials said.

During the operation, cross-firing took place between the police team and the accused. A total of five rounds were fired during the encounter, out of which three rounds were fired by the Operation Cell team, while two rounds were allegedly fired by the opposite party.

Police said all three accused were successfully apprehended at the spot. Three pistols were also recovered from their possession.

Despite the exchange of fire, no injuries were reported from either side. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the background and criminal involvement of the accused.

Meanwhile, the Operations Cell ...