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2009-10-24 India-Pakistan

Islamabad police arrests 60 more suspects

[Dawn] Islamabad Capital Territory Police on Friday arrested 60 suspects during the search operation in various areas of the city and also recovered 22 guns, 10 pistols, two Kalashnikovs, ammunition, 102 wine bottles from their possession, the police source said.

According to the details, the search operation has been expanded in the rural areas and strict checking is being done to avert any untoward incident. Most of the arrested persons are Afghan nationals or belong to Waziristan.

On Friday, police conducted a search operation in rural areas including Dhok Noon, Dhok Makhan, Bhatta area, Sohan, Pind Warian, Khana Dak, Khana East, Koral, Ghori town, Kalinger and other slum areas in the jurisdictions of Aabpara and Margallah police stations.

Meanwhile, 40 motorcycles and seven vehicles were also impounded as their owners could not produce the documents.

The Anti-Terrorist Squads have been deputed at Red Zone who would ensure foolproof security around the important buildings and sensitive installations.

The contingents of ATS would also patrol in various sectors and would conduct surprise checking.

Policemen on horse backs have started patrolling in jungle areas as well as rough routes.

The police source said that Eagle Squad and Falcon police teams of Rescue 15 have been directed to further improve patrolling.

In case of any incident, the Falcon staff along with police staff of respective police station would report on the scene.

The police spokesman said these stringent security measures are being taken by Islamabad Police after keeping in view the law and order situation and ensure protection to important offices and buildings.

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