Dera Range Police Kill 37 Terrorists, Foil 9 Major Attacks in 2026 Operations
The Dera Range Police achieved major success in counterterrorism and law enforcement operations during the first four months of 2026, carrying out 96 intelligence-based operations that resulted in the killing of 37 terrorists and the arrest of 25 militants along with 400 proclaimed offenders. According to police spokesman Waheed Ashar, the operations were conducted under the leadership of Ghulam Mubashir Maken, with intensified efforts against terrorists and their facilitators across the region. Timely intelligence sharing and rapid response helped authorities foil nine major terror attacks, strengthening security and stability in the Dera Range. Broader Crackdown on Crime Alongside counterterrorism actions, police launched extensive crackdowns on criminal activities and initiated legal proceedings against 1,613 suspects involved in various offences. Authorities also arrested 58 individuals for aerial firing and spreading fear among the public, while 114 large-scale search operations were conducted to maintain law and order. Large Cache of Weapons Recovered During operations against illegal arms, police registered 468 cases and recovered a significant quantity of weapons and ammunition. The seized items included 28 Kalashnikovs, 50 rifles, 67 shotguns, 425 pistols, one hand grenade, two knives, and more than 227,000 rounds of ammunition. Anti-Narcotics Campaign Intensified Police also expanded anti-drug operations, arresting 269 drug dealers and recovering large quantities of narcotics. The recovered substances included 192 kilograms of hashish, 26 kilograms of Ice, 10 kilograms of heroin, 3 kilograms of opium, and 234 bottles of liquor. Police Reaffirm Commitment to Public Safety RPO Ghulam Mubashir Maken stated that the Dera Range Police would continue indiscriminate action against terrorists and criminals, emphasizing that ensuring public safety and long-term peace remains the force’s top priority.