6 armed robbers killed, 8 arrested in Brazil

SAO PAULO: Six assailants were killed and eight arrested Saturday after a failed robbery at a vehicle dealership in Mato Grosso state, midwestern Brazil, authorities said.

The incident occurred in Varzea Grande, a municipality neighboring the state capital.

The assailants, who were armed, assaulted security guards at a dealership in a bid to steal 40 new cars.

Several police patrols arrived at the scene and a shootout ensued.

Two suspects died on site while four died at a medical emergency facility. Eight others were arrested, local media reported, citing police.

-Xinhua