In a series of four police encounters across Gujranwala, one dangerous criminal was killed while four other notorious suspects were apprehended in injured condition, according to local authorities. The operations, reported by 24NewsHD TV on Saturday, were part of intensified efforts to curb criminal activities in the city.
The deceased, identified as Haris, had a record of over 30 serious crimes, including robberies and thefts, and was reportedly killed by gunfire from one of his own accomplices during a confrontation in the Dhulle area. Three of his associates managed to flee the scene.
In a separate encounter near Sabzi Mandi, two armed criminals, Ghulam Rasool alias Rasi and Nauman alias Noumi, were injured after attempting to flee a police checkpoint and colliding with an electric pole. Police recovered illegal firearms and a stolen motorcycle from their possession.
Another encounter at Garjakah led to the apprehension of Amir Ali, who, after opening fire on the police, was shot by his own accomplice and captured while injured. Police also recovered illegal weapons and a stolen motorcycle from him.
In Ahmednagar, a drug dealer, Usman Haider, was apprehended while trying to escape a checkpoint. Authorities seized 1,820 grams of cannabis from him, although his accomplice managed to flee.
Chief Police Officer Dr Sardar Ghias Gul Khan has taken immediate notice of the incidents and requested detailed reports from the divisional SPs. Special police teams under the supervision of divisional SPs have been formed to track down the escaped criminals, and citywide checkpoints remain in place to prevent further incidents.
Reporter: Zahid Iqbal Rana