RAHIM YAR KHAN: The police used drones to target robbers in the Katcha Rajwani area and injured many suspects on Saturday.

According to a press release, the police, led by District Police Officer Irfan Ali Samo, are conducting an intelligence-based operation against Katcha criminals and the operation on Saturday left many ambushes of robbers destroyed.

The police used armored vehicles, Elite Force commandos, long-range weapons and modern technology in the operation on receiving a tip-off.

Using drone technology, they traced the gangs’ hideouts and movements and dropped explosives on targets.

DPO Samo reiterated his resolve to continue the targeted operation in the Katcha area.

Published in Dawn, June 1st, 2025

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