Policeman killed in Russia’s south

11 May, 2008 19:19 / Updated 17 years ago

One policeman has been shot dead and another one wounded after unknown gunmen attacked a police station in Russia's southern republic of Dagestan.

According to officials, the unidentified men drove to the building close to the city of Derbent and opened fire on policemen who were on duty. A search for the gunmen is underway, and extra security measures have been put in place.