Five suspects arrested in successful intelligence-based operation in Muzaffarabad

MUZAFFARABAD: Law enforcement agencies on Tuesday conducted a targeted, intelligence-based operation in the Chehla area of Muzaffarabad, resulting in the arrest of five suspects.

​According to security sources, authorities seized laptops, mobile phones, and various communication devices during the raid.

Initial investigations into the digital devices have already revealed suspicious links and sensitive material.

​During interrogation, information provided by one of the detainees led to the recovery of a large cache of arms, including seven automatic weapons, multiple grenades, and other military hardware.

Sources added that maps of sensitive installations, alleged attack plans, and documents related to high-security locations were also confiscated.

​The investigators have uncovered evidence pointing to alleged contact with hostile foreign intelligence agencies.

​As the forensic and technical analysis of the recovered digital devices and materials is currently underway, the investigators are expanding the scope of the probe to identify possible facilitators, financial backers, and the broader network behind the group.

​Security sources emphasized that the timely operation successfully averted a potential threat to sensitive installations and public safety.

Reaffirming their commitment to national security, authorities vowed to maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward activities threatening state security, public order, and national interests, promising strict action against all anti-state elements.

​Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies are continuing their comprehensive investigation and have appealed to the public to immediately report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.