Intelligence-Based Operation by CTD Punjab and Mianwali Police
The CTD and Mianwali Police received information about the presence of 10 to 15 terrorists in the hilly area under the jurisdiction of Makkarwal Police Station, said the Punjab Police spokesperson.
Under the leadership of DPO Mianwali Akhtar Farooq, a heavy contingent comprising CTD, police, and elite force personnel conducted the operation, stated the spokesperson for Punjab Police.
"Punjab Police is on alert and will foil the nefarious intentions of terrorists," said IG Punjab.
CTD Punjab and Mianwali Police carried out a joint intelligence-based successful operation after receiving information regarding the presence of terrorists in the hilly area under the jurisdiction of Makkarwal Police Station. Information had been received about the presence of 10 to 15 terrorists in the area.
Under the leadership of DPO Mianwali Akhtar Farooq, a large contingent of CTD, police, and elite force personnel launched the operation against the terrorists. A fierce exchange of fire took place between the police and Kharji terrorists, resulting in the death of 10 Kharji terrorists in the retaliatory fire by the police.
DPO Mianwali Akhtar Farooq, RO CTD Mianwali, RO CTD Sargodha, elite force, and police teams took part in the operation. IG Punjab Dr Usman Anwar congratulated the CTD, police, and elite teams for their tremendous success against the terrorists. He stated that the Punjab Police remains vigilant at all times. DPO Mianwali Akhtar Farooq affirmed that Mianwali Police will continue to fight against elements that are hostile to peace in the same manner.
(Handout No. 1050)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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