CTD Karachi and a federal sensitive agency have arrested a trained terrorist linked to the banned outfit Fitna al-Hindustan (BRG) and recovered a hand grenade from his possession, according to officials. The suspect, identified as Fazal Haq Khan son of Kameen, was arrested in Karachi after intelligence suggested he was in the city on the instructions of a foreign handler.
Planned attacks on sensitive sites and law enforcement offices, officials say
According to the source, the arrested suspect was planning to target sensitive places in the city and the offices of law enforcement agencies using explosives. The joint team acted on the information and detained him. Officials said he had received terrorist training from a neighbouring country.
FIR registered under anti-terrorism and explosives laws
A case has been registered against the suspect at CTD Operations Karachi police station under case number 94/2026 for offences under sections 4/5 of the Explosive Substances Act, 1908, along with section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997. Investigations and operations are continuing to identify and arrest his other associates, facilitators, and financial backers.
Senior officials have praised the team involved in the operation and announced commendation certificates and cash rewards for the officers.
