In a successful counterterrorism operation, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and local police eliminated two Khawarij terrorists during an armed encounter in the Cantonment area of Dera Ismail Khan, dealing another blow to terrorist elements involved in targeted killings and attacks across the region.
According to police officials, the operation was launched after receiving intelligence regarding the presence of two Khawarij in the Cantonment area. Acting promptly on the information, CTD personnel and police conducted a targeted operation to neutralise the threat and prevent any potential terrorist activity.
During the operation, an intense exchange of gunfire took place between security personnel and the Khawarij, resulting in the elimination of both terrorists.
Police confirmed that the two eliminated Khawarij were wanted in connection with multiple incidents of targeted killings, making the operation a significant development in ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and bring those responsible for violence against innocent citizens to justice.
Following the encounter, security personnel recovered weapons and hand grenades from the possession of the eliminated terrorists. The recovered arms and explosives have been taken into custody for further legal proceedings and investigation.
