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ISLAMABAD, Nov 30 (APP):Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police arrested a key member of a gang involved in house theft incidents, recovering stolen cash during an operation carried out by Margalla Police Station.
An official told APP on Sunday that the arrest was made in line with the special directives of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, under the ongoing crackdown against criminal elements involved in house burglaries and theft across the federal capital.
The Margalla police team apprehended the accused identified as Abu Bakar, who is believed to be an active member of an organised gang. Police also recovered stolen cash from his possession. A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway to trace other members of the network.
Senior Superintendent of Police (Operations) Islamabad, Qazi Ali Raza, said Islamabad Police is taking all possible measures to protect the lives and property of citizens. He added that strict action will continue against those depriving residents of their valuables