Dera Ismail Khan police have arrested 37 suspects, including proclaimed offenders, during a series of week-long operations across various police station jurisdictions. During the crackdown, authorities recovered 10 pistols, 51 rounds of ammunition, 155 grams of ice (crystal methamphetamine), four motorcycles, a stolen mobile phone, and Rs 200,000 in cash.
According to police reports, the operations were conducted against criminal elements, proclaimed offenders, drug peddlers, illegal weapons holders, and suspects involved in aerial firing and robbery. These actions were carried out under the directions of District Police Officer (DPO) Ziauddin Ahmad.
In a major operation, Cantt Police, under the supervision of SP City Division Muhammad Nauman and the leadership of DSP City Muhammad Adnan, arrested nine suspects. These included six allegedly involved in illegal possession of weapons and aerial firing, one for illegal residence, and two accused of drug-related offences. Police recovered five 30-bore pistols, 27 cartridges, and 155 grams of ice from their possession.
City Division Police conducted snap checks at various locations, checking more than 100 vehicles and arresting five proclaimed offenders. Police also registered a case under the illegal weapons law and recovered a pistol along with four cartridges.
Daraban Police arrested two proclaimed offenders, Nadeem and Karim Khan, who were wanted in different cases. Meanwhile, Kirri Khaisore Police apprehended five suspected persons during a search and strike operation in several localities, including Bagi Qamar, Khaji Wando, Kharchina Wando, Yaruk Wando, and Ali Wando. During this operation, hotels, houses, and suspicious locations were also searched.
Dera Town Police arrested three suspects allegedly involved in multiple cases of motorcycle theft and robbery. The police recovered four Honda 125 motorcycles, Rs 200,000 believed to be proceeds from their sale, and a 9mm pistol with five cartridges allegedly used in the crimes. The suspects were linked to seven registered cases, including motorcycle theft and robbery.
In another operation, Paharpur Police arrested four proclaimed offenders wanted in different cases and another suspect allegedly involved in mobile phone theft. A stolen mobile phone was recovered from him, while a pistol and five cartridges were also seized. Similarly, Paharpur Police arrested two suspects allegedly involved in aerial firing and illegal possession of weapons, recovering two 9mm pistols and 10 cartridges. Police also arrested six proclaimed offenders wanted in murder, attempted murder, and other serious criminal cases.
Police officials said all arrested suspects had been taken into custody and cases registered against them, while further investigations were underway. The DPO appreciated the performance of District Police and directed them to further intensify operations against motorcycle theft, robbery, and other criminal activities. Police authorities reiterated their commitment to continuing indiscriminate action against criminal elements to maintain law and order and protect the lives and property of citizens.
