ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Bhara Kahu police on Saturday conducted search operation in its respective jurisdiction and recovered huge cache of weapons from suspects, a police spokesman said.

Following National Action Plan, officers/officials of Islamabad Police, Pak Rangers and other security agencies conducted search operation in various areas of Bhara Kahu police station including Bohobri and others. Under supervision of SP (City) Zubair Ahmed Shaikh, DSP Arif Hussain Shah and SHO Bhara Kahu police joined this search operation while police commandos, lady commandos and staff of Bomb Disposal squad also participated in it.

They checked 250 houses and nabbed 12 suspects including one afghan national from whom licensed weapons were recovered. Further investigation is underway from them.

Meanwhile, officials of Islamabad police searched 500 persons on the spot. SSP Islamabad Sajid Kiani has said the purpose of this search operation and high vigilance is to ensure foolproof security in the city and he further directed all SHOs to continue it.

He has also appealed the citizens to remain vigilant and inform police in case of any suspicious activity around them.—PR