CTD arrests three BLA, TTP terrorists in Karachi

In a joint operation carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and a federal intelligence agency, three terrorists affiliated with the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were arrested in Karachi, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Monday.

The CTD personnel also recovered two hand-grenades and one complete IED from their possession.

The CTD sources said that all these arrested terrorists were planning to target sensitive areas and buildings of law-enforcement agencies.

Two terrorists who were later identified as Sajid Yousaf and Shoukat Ali as Shoki were members of banned BLA and they were in touch with their commander.

In another operation one terrorist of Tahreek-e-Taliban Pakistan member who was later identified as Dad alias Adil was arrested. He was planning to target buildings and offices of sensitive agencies.

CTD registered three cases against the arrested accused under explosive substances and anti-terrorism act.

Investigations were underway to know about their facilitators and personals who were providing financial assistance to them.

Counter Terrorism Department said that operations will continue across the province till the elimination of terrorism from society.