Karachi operation: Two target killers among 18 held

KARACHI: Police and Rapid Response Force during operation in different areas of Karachi apprehended 18 suspects including two target killers and members of extortionist gangs, Geo News reported.

According to details, police cordoned off a street near Sindhi hotel in Liaquatabad and detained two accused, while four suspects were held from Sharifabad. Police also recovered arms from their possession.

Three accused were held from Al-Falah. Police also recovered arms from their custody.

According to police, alleged target killer Zafar alias Andha (Blind) was arrested from Saudabad. Further investigation in underway.

Pak Colony police apprehended four accused including Sohail involved in killings. Police have registered cases against them.

Two dacoits were arrested from Khawaja Ajmeer Nagri, while two accused were held from Gadap and Gulshan-e-Iqbal.