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KARACHI, Jul 28 (APP):In a major week-long crackdown against criminal elements, Karachi Police arrested more than 870 suspects, recovered over 79 kilograms of narcotics, seized 112 illegal weapons, and retrieved 38 stolen motorcycles and one four-wheeler.
According to the Karachi Police spokesperson on Monday, 20 armed encounters were reported during the week, resulting in the death of three robbers, injuries to 19, and the arrest of 33 suspects. Police also confiscated 26 firearms and eight motorcycles used in crimes during these confrontations.
In coordinated operations across the East, West, and South zones of the city, police arrested over 872 individuals for various criminal activities. The anti-narcotics campaign led to the seizure of large quantities of charas (hashish), ice/crystal meth, and heroin, collectively worth millions of rupees.
Weapons and ammunition used in street crimes were also recovered, and targeted raids led to the retrieval of dozens of snatched or stolen vehicles.