CTD Secures Custody of Suspected BLA Operatives in Major Explosives Case
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has secured custody of three individuals suspected of being associated with the proscribed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) in a significant explosives case. An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Karachi remanded the trio to CTD custody, allowing for further interrogation into their alleged activities and plans for a terrorist attack within the city.
The ATC’s administrative judge, presiding within the Judicial Complex nestled inside Karachi’s central prison, granted the CTD a remand until January 24. The investigating officer has been directed to present the suspects along with a progress report on the specified date. This development underscores the ongoing efforts to counter militant activities in the metropolis.
CTD Secures Custody for Further Investigation
Acting on intelligence, law enforcement officials apprehended suspect Jalil, also known as Fareed, in Rais Goth. Subsequent operations led to the arrests of Hamdan Qadir Buksh and Niaz Ali Muhammad. During these arrests, the CTD claimed a substantial recovery: approximately 2,000 kilograms of explosives, 30 plastic drums, and five cylinders, each rigged with various detonators, alongside a truck intended for a nefarious purpose. SindhNews.com reported on the broader implications for regional security.
Initial questioning of Jalil revealed alleged ties to the BLA’s Majeed Brigade, a proscribed militant entity. The suspect also implicated the recovered truck, stating it was designated for a targeted terrorist act within Karachi. Authorities revealed that the explosive material was reportedly sourced from Afghanistan, highlighting potential cross-border links.
The CTD has formally registered a case against the suspects under Sections 4/5 of the Explosive Substances Act, read in conjunction with Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act. The remand to CTD custody is a critical step in unravelling the full scope of the alleged plot and bringing those responsible to justice, reinforcing Karachi’s commitment to security.
Conclusion
The successful operation by the CTD and the subsequent remand underscore the continuous vigilance of security forces against terrorism. This crucial step allows intensive interrogation to piece together details of the alleged plot, aiming to dismantle the network responsible and prevent future threats, thereby enhancing public safety and security in Karachi.