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PESHAWAR, Nov 27 (APP): A major joint search and strike operation was conducted by the Pakistan Army, Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and Capital City Police in several areas of Peshawar on Thursday.
The operation took place in Phandu, Akhunabad, Akhunabad Graveyard, Yakatoot, and surrounding localities.
The action was carried out under a special security plan supervised by the Commander of 102 Brigade and relevant Divisional Superintendents of Police. Multiple security forces participated in the operation including Pakistan Army units, CTD personnel, Police Commandos, Rapid Response Force, Elite Force, Bomb Disposal Unit, Jail Van Unit, sniffer dog squads, and ladies police teams.
During the operation, the security forces conducted thorough street-by-street searches in various sectors. The operation resulted in the arrest of several suspects including individuals possessing illegal weapons, unregistered tenants, illegally residing Afghan nationals, and anti-social elements. The security forces also recovered weapons and ammunition from the arrested suspects.
Comprehensive investigations are currently underway from the arrested individuals.
The police have confirmed that indiscriminate action against anti-social elements continues with full support from all security units.
According to police officials, daily search and strike operations are being conducted across different parts of the city under a special security plan. These measures aim to further improve the overall security situation in the provincial capital.
Additional security measures have been implemented across the district including enhanced patrolling, snap-checking at key locations, and special checkpoints at all entry and exit points of the city.
Capital City Police officials stated that all available resources are being utilized to ensure the protection of citizens’ lives and property.