The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has arrested a most-wanted terror suspect during an intelligence-based operation in Hyderabad. Officials said the suspect had been evading law enforcement in multiple terrorism-related cases.
The arrested suspect was identified as Imam Bakhsh Khaskheli. According to CTD officials, he had remained on the run to avoid arrest in terrorism cases registered against him.
The successful operation marked another effort by security agencies to trace and apprehend individuals wanted in terrorism-related investigations.
Intelligence-Based Operation Leads to Arrest
According to officials, the CTD carried out the operation after receiving intelligence about the suspect’s presence in the area.
During the operation, Imam Bakhsh Khaskheli was taken into custody. However, another suspect who was allegedly accompanying him managed to escape after opening fire on the police party.
Despite the attack, security personnel continued the operation and secured the arrest of the wanted suspect.
Search Underway for Escaped Accomplice
Following the exchange of fire, authorities immediately launched a search operation to locate and arrest the fleeing accomplice.
CTD officials said local and district police in Hyderabad have been informed about the escaped suspect. Security agencies are continuing efforts to trace his whereabouts.
Investigators are also gathering additional information to support the ongoing operation.
Separate Incidents Reported in Hyderabad
Meanwhile, a fire broke out at a gas cylinder shop in Peoples Colony. Rescue teams and firefighters responded promptly and managed to extinguish the blaze. Officials confirmed that no loss of life or property was reported in the incident.
In another incident, three motorcyclists sustained injuries after a tanker collided with them. Following the accident, angry people set the tanker on fire.
Police reached the scene to bring the situation under control. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
Investigation Continues
The CTD said investigations related to the arrested suspect are continuing. Meanwhile, efforts remain focused on apprehending the escaped accomplice and examining all aspects of the case.
Authorities also continue to investigate the separate fire and road accident incidents reported in Hyderabad.
