Police catch 1,149 suspects last week

Stolen cars, motorcycles, illegal arms, liquor and valuables recovered


Our Correspondent May 08, 2023
Rizvia Society Police Station raided the area after they were tipped-off about the presence of the AQIS militants. PHOTO: Reuters/FILE

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KARACHI:

The Karachi police arrested 1,149 suspects during raids in the east, west, and south zones last week.

The arrested suspects include 40 alleged robbers caught after 23 encounters in different areas of the city.

The police also recovered 31 different types of illegal weapons, stolen cars and 17 motorcycles from the possession of arrested accused.

Recovered weapons have been sent for forensics.

The police, during the ongoing campaign in various areas, also recovered 70.8kg of hashish, 1.364kg of ice, 142 bottles of liquor, heroin and crystal worth millions of rupees.

More than 135 different types of illegal weapons and ammunition used by robbers in street crimes and other incidents were recovered from the arrested outlaws.

The police also recovered a total of 52 stolen motorcycles and three vehicles.

The raids and operations being carried out by the Karachi police are meant to eliminate crimes, restore law and protect people.

The anti-crime campaign will continue until complete restoration ofpeace and order in the city.

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