Punjab Police actively engaged in eradicating dangerous criminals across the province; more than 184,000 wanted criminals arrested in various cases.
In line with Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of a safe Punjab, the crackdown on criminal elements by police teams continues across the province. Punjab Police are actively engaged in suppressing dangerous criminals across the province, with more than 184,000 wanted criminals arrested during this year. According to details, this year, 100896 proclaimed offenders wanted in various incidents were arrested across the province. Among those arrested, there are 17,704 offenders of Category A and 83,192 of Category B. Over 55,000 court absconders have also been arrested, including 5,021 of Category A and 51,778 of Category B. During the operations, more than 26,000 habitual offenders were also arrested, including 11,397 of Category A and 14,957 of Category B. More than 84 proclaimed offenders and fugitives wanted in serious crimes were arrested from abroad and brought back to Pakistan.
Regarding the ongoing operations in the provincial capital, Punjab Police spokesperson said that over 57,000 criminals were arrested in Lahore, including 21,393 proclaimed offenders, 25,801 court absconders, and 11,240 habitual offenders. IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar praised the police teams for their successful operations and ordered the crackdown to be further intensified. He emphasized the need for effective investigations to quickly conclude cases and ensure the criminals receive appropriate punishments. The RPOs and DPOs have been instructed to personally supervise the crackdown and targeted operations against dangerous criminals.
(Daily Notable)
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