LAHORE: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab has successfully thwarted a significant terror plot, arresting three alleged terrorists linked to banned organizations during recent operations across the province.
CTD Punjab carried out 78 intelligence-based operations in various districts, leading to the interrogation of 79 suspects and the arrest of three individuals—Abdul Wahab, Saifullah, and Khurram Abbas.
These suspects are associated with the banned groups Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Daesh, and Sepah-e-Muhammad. The arrests occurred in Chakwal, Faisalabad, and Khushab.
The CTD recovered a substantial cache of prohibited materials from the suspects, including 1,625 grams of explosives, three hand grenades, two IED bombs, three detonators, eight feet of safety fuse wire, 12 pamphlets, 10 stickers, and Rs22,250 in cash.
The detained terrorists are alleged to have planned to carry out attacks on significant installations across the province.
In addition to these arrests, the CTD conducted 952 combing operations this week, collaborating with local police and security agencies.
These efforts led to the checking of 32,065 individuals, the arrest of 506 suspects, the registration of 192 FIRs, and 173 recoveries.
The CTD Punjab remains committed to ensuring the safety of the province and continues to intensify efforts against terrorism and anti-state elements.
For further information or tips, the public is encouraged to contact the CTD helpline at 0800 11111.
