Attock police net several outlaws
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The Attock police have arrested several outlaws in their efforts to curb crimes in the district.
According to a spokesperson for the police, scores of drug dealers, robbers, thieves, and gamblers have been arrested so far. During the crackdowns, police also recovered money stolen by the suspects. Additionally, a suspect who killed a woman was shot and killed during an encounter by the firing of his accomplices.
The spokesperson also said after the appointment of Attock DPO Dr Ghiyas Gul Khan, Hazro police launched a crackdown against criminals, including drug dealers, robbers, and thieves, resulting in the arrest of many suspects. The campaign against crime was initiated by three police stations of the Hazro Circle including the Hazro police station, Attock Khurd police station, and Rango police station. Many gambling events were cancelled, and several gamblers were arrested during the operations. Hazro police also apprehended several major thieves and robbers, recovering the stolen property of the people.
Under the supervision of CPO Attock, there has been an improvement in the patrolling system of Hazro police, he added. Police teams and officers who demonstrated high performance were not only encouraged but also rewarded with prizes.
Published in The Express Tribune, April 7th, 2024.