Wah Saddar Police Dismantle Two Notorious Crime Groups

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Wah Saddar police have carried out two successful operations, leading to the dismantling of two notorious crime groups, the Zaryab Gang and the Hardon Gang. These gangs were involved in dozens of robberies, thefts, and street crimes across Attock and Rawalpindi districts. The operations, conducted on September 1 and 2, 2025, resulted in the arrest of several gang members and the recovery of valuable property worth Rs14.67 million.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Zaryab Gang, operating in Attock, Wah Cantt, and nearby areas, was responsible for armed robberies and thefts, targeting citizens in the region.
  • Authorities seized 30 motorcycles, 10 pistols, 10 mobile phones worth Rs190,000, cash worth Rs4.02 million, one rickshaw, gold jewelry worth Rs1 million, 15 mobile phones worth Rs415,000, a tractor worth Rs600,000, and household goods worth Rs420,000 from the Zaryab Gang.
  • The Hardon Gang, operating in Taxila and Wah, was involved in crimes such as theft, robbery, and burglary, with recoveries including five motorcycles, 10 pistols, seven mobile phones worth Rs415,000, a tractor worth Rs500,000, and gold and other items valued at over Rs4 million.
  • Police officials said multiple suspects confessed to their involvement in more than two dozen criminal activities in Rawalpindi and Attock.
  • The gangs were linked to at least 30 different FIRs registered under sections 381, 380, 392, 454, and 457 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
  • The total value of the recovered property is estimated at Rs14.67 million.

Statistics:

  • Value of property recovered from the Zaryab Gang: Rs14.67 million
  • Recoveries from the Zaryab Gang included 30 motorcycles, 10 pistols, and cash worth Rs4.02 million.
  • Recoveries from the Hardon Gang included five motorcycles, 10 pistols, and items valued at over Rs4 million.
  • The gangs were linked to at least 30 different FIRs registered under the Pakistan Penal Code.
  • Authorities seized 15 mobile phones worth Rs415,000 and a tractor worth Rs500,000 from the Hardon Gang.

Sources:

  • “Wah Saddar police dismantle two crime groups” (The News International)
  • “Two notorious crime groups busted in Wah Saddar” (Pakistan Today)