CHAGAI: Security forces have killed two suspected militants during an operation in Balochistan’s Chagai district, foiling an alleged attempt to target police, according to official and security sources.
According to security sources, the suspects had attempted to open fire on police personnel. Security forces responded promptly and pursued the attackers, killing both in an exchange of fire.
Officials said a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition was recovered from the deceased suspects. The seized weapons reportedly included submachine guns (SMGs), rocket launchers and pistols.
Security forces also took possession of the suspects’ mobile phones to help trace their contacts and investigate their alleged network.
Following the incident, security forces and law enforcement agencies launched an extensive search operation in the area. The operation was still underway at the time of the report.
Authorities are also investigating the suspected militants’ network and possible facilitators to determine whether others were involved in the alleged plot.
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