CHINIOT:A crackdown against criminal elements is underway across the district in line with Punjab Chief Minister Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of a “Crime-Free Punjab.”
According to Police, acting on the directives of District Police Officer Dr. Naveed Atif, Chiniot police arrested 26 suspects during operations over the past 24 hours. Seven proclaimed offenders were apprehended during the drive against wanted criminals.
Four suspects were arrested for drug peddling, with hashish and liquor recovered from their possession. Additionally, 15 individuals were arrested for offenses including illegal gas refilling, negligent and reckless driving, electricity theft, and violations of the Beggary Ordinance.
Checks conducted via the Police Post App covered 244 suspicious persons and 339 suspicious vehicles. Over 250 vehicles were challaned for traffic violations, and fines exceeding Rs. 400,000 were imposed.