The Punjab government has recently increased the reward for information leading to the capture of dangerous bandits in the Katcha area. The amount has been raised from 1 million to 10 million.
This action follows a violent attack in Rahim Yar Khan’s Katcha area, where twelve policemen were killed and seven others were injured when bandits attacked two police vehicles.
The Punjab home department has released the names and photos of twenty bandits who are now being sought. These include Shahid Kamal, Mujeeb Amanullah, Wahab Amanullah, Ghani Ali Bux, and others such as Ahmar alias Shobi, Ahmed Rasool, and Ataullah. The list also features Sabz Ali, Qabool Meva, Meera Huzoori, Darejan alias Dadu, Gora Hussain, Sanaullah, Tanvir, Rahib Shar, Umar Shar, Zahoor Akbar, Morzada, Gul Hassan, and Sadari Murad.
Public Asked to Share Tips on Bandits After Deadly Rocket Attack on Police
The provincial home department has urged the public to provide confidential information about the bandits by contacting the WhatsApp number 03334002653. Assurances have been given that the identity and details of the informants will be kept strictly confidential.
In a recent incident, bandits targeted two police vehicles in Machhka, Sadiqabad, by launching a rocket attack. The vehicles, which were stuck in accumulated rainwater, were struck while approximately 20 policemen were inside.
According to IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar, the attack involved rocket launchers and took place in the Katcha area. This violent assault led to the deaths of 12 policemen and left seven others injured. The deceased and injured officers were transported to Sheikh Zayed Hospital, where two of the injured were reported to be in critical condition.
Additionally, an FIR has been lodged at Machhka police station against 131 criminals associated with the Kosh, Selra, and Indhar dacoit gangs.
