RAWALPINDI, Feb 5: Police under its ongoing drive against anti-social elements have arrested eight outlaws including three drunkards.

Police recovered 1,080 grams charas, one pistol 30 bore with five rounds, one washing machine, one mobile phone and other items from the possession of the arrested persons.

According to Rawalpindi police spokesperson, Civil Lines police arrested Babar and Waleed who were under the influence of alcohol while Wah Cantt police arrested a drunk man namely Ghulam Mohiudeen. —APP

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