By Mustafa Ali
ISLAMABAD:Islamabad Capital Police, Khanna Police Station team on Monday arrested a notorious drug peddler, Kamran Hussain, in an injured condition after he and his accomplices opened fire on the police raiding party during an operation in the Khanna area.An official told APP that the raid was carried out to apprehend the suspect involved in multiple cases of murder, drug trafficking, and other serious crimes.He said the accused, Kamran Hussain, along with his accomplices, resorted to straight firing at the police team in an attempt to escape arrest.He said the police personnel remained safe due to the use of bulletproof jackets and precautionary measures.He said Kamran Hussain was injured by the firing of his own accomplices during the crossfire and was immediately taken into custody.He said the arrested accused is a history-sheeter and wanted in several criminal cases registered at Khanna Police Station.He said 3.06 kilograms of heroin, a weapon, and ammunition were recovered from his possession.He said raids are being conducted to arrest his fleeing accomplices.He said DIG Muhammad Jawad Tariq appreciated the bravery and professionalism of the police team and commended their successful operation.
