CTD arrests 3 terrorists aiming to target Islamabad Stock Exchange

The Counter Terrorism Department in an operation in Rawalpindi arrested three accused terrorists involved in last four blasts who also wanted to target Islamabad Stock Exchange and reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Monday.

CTD spokesman said explosives were recovered from arrested terrorists. 

The arrests were made during the operation on intelligence tipoff near Adiala Kharkan Road near the Soan River Rawalpindi. “A mobile phone, detonators and other items were recovered from the terrorists while the accused have confessed to being involved in four blasts,” CTD spokesman said.

CTD Spokesman said terrorists are a supporter of the banned organization and the terrorist group leader received funds from Afghanistan. The counter terrorism department filed case against terrorists and further investigation is underway.