Suspected TTP, LeJ terrorists killed in Rangers' raids in Karachi

KARACHI: Pakistan Rangers Sindh on Thursday conducted targeted raids in different areas of Karachi and killed terrorists belonging to outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, said a spokesperson.

He said that the raids were conducted in Tuglag Lane, Chakiwara, Gulistan-e-Johar and Malir Town.

During the intelligence-based operation, three suspected terrorists including two from Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and one from Lashkar-e-Jhangvi were killed in exchange of firing.

One target killer of a political party’s wing was arrested from Malir Town, the spokesperson said.

He said that heavy weapons, ammunition, and IEDs were also recovered.

During snap-checking in Baldia Town area, one suspect was arrested whereas weapons and hashish were recovered from his possession, he said.