CTD Punjab arrests 24 terrorists, foils major Attack in intelligence-based operations

LAHORE, Dec 06 (APP):The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Punjab on Saturday arrested 24 terrorists during intelligence-based operations across the province,thwarting a major terror plot.

According to report,the arrests,made in cities including Lahore and Faisalabad,resulted in the recovery of explosives,weapons and banned materials.

The suspects were linked to banned groups and were planning to target sensitive buildings.

The CTD conducted 5,604 combing operations,checking over 229,000 individuals and arresting 501 suspects. Investigations were ongoing and citizens are urged to report suspicious activity via the CTD helpline.