KDA officials allegedly attacked during anti-encroachment drive in Karachi
A team was conducting an Anti-encroachment operation in the Mehran Town area of Korangi when they faced severe resistance, the KDA spokesperson said.
KARACHI: At least four officials of Karachi Development Authority's anti-encroachment cell were injured by alleged land grabbers during an operation in the Mehran Town area of Korangi on Tuesday, said the authority's spokesperson.
According to police, unknown miscreants also torched four motorcycles in the area, an estate agency was also reportedly set on fire during the violence.
The injured were immediately rushed to nearby medical facility. KDA officials also lodged police complaint against the attackers.
Meanwhile, six suspected attackers, including those who allegedly opened fire on police, were arrested during an operation started by law enforcement agencies in the area. A 9mm pistol was also seized.
Inspector General of Police Sindh Dr Syed Kaleem Imam took the notice of the incident and directed the DIG East to submit a report after conducting an inquiry.
It is pertinent to note that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, KDA and other civic bodies are currently carrying out anti-encroachment operations throughout the metropolis on the orders of the Supreme Court.
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