The Punjab Police successfully rescued Constable Ahmed Nawaz from the notorious katcha dacoits in the Machka riverine area of Rahim Yar Khan, a police spokesperson announced on Sunday.
The rescue operation followed a deadly ambush last Thursday when katcha bandits attacked police officers in Machka, destroying two police vehicles with rockets. The attack resulted in the martyrdom of 12 officers and injuries to six others, with Constable Nawaz being abducted during the assault.
Rizwan Omar Gondal, District Police Officer (DPO) of Rahim Yar Khan, assured that police operations in the area remain strong and focused. “The police department is operating with full strength in the riverine areas,” he stated.
After Nawaz’s safe return, Punjab Police Inspector General (IG) Dr. Usman Anwar met with his family, emphasizing that Nawaz’s recovery was a top priority. He reiterated the police force’s commitment to confronting criminals with full force. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz praised the operation’s success, commending DPO Gondal and his team for their efforts. She expressed relief at Nawaz’s recovery and extended her best wishes to his family.
Katcha bandits in riverine areas continue to be a significant challenge for law enforcement in both Sindh and Punjab, despite ongoing operations to dismantle these criminal networks.
