CID arrest local al-Qaeda leader, 4 activists from Karachi

KARACHI: Crime Investigation Department (CID) Thursday claimed to have arrested five al-Qaeda activists including a local leader from Karachi.

According to Incharge (CID) Ali Raza, a local leader of proscribed al-Qaeda, identified as Asad Ali along with his 4 companions were arrested from Lakri Gali area of Old Haji Camp.

Ali Raza said 10 kilograms of explosives, two rifles and ammunition were recovered from the possession of the accused.

“Asad Ali was leading al-Qaeda network and has been involved in grave crimes”, Incharge CID added.