Rawalpindi (HRNW) – Four of the 14 prisoners who escaped from a prison van in the Kahuta area of Rawalpindi have been recaptured by the Punjab Highway Patrol (Rawalpindi Region), according to police officials.
The suspects were apprehended during a coordinated operation and subsequently handed over to the Sihala Police for further legal proceedings.
According to official sources, the four arrested individuals were facing murder charges under Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC).
Police stated that the Punjab Highway Patrol successfully tracked and arrested the fugitives through a prompt and professional operation before transferring them into the custody of the relevant police authorities.
The escape of 14 prisoners from the prison van has prompted a broader search operation, with law enforcement agencies continuing efforts to locate and arrest the remaining escapees.
Members of the public and local community have praised the Punjab Highway Patrol for its swift response and the successful recapture of the four suspects.
Police officials reiterated that, in addition to ensuring the safety of road users, the Punjab Highway Patrol remains actively engaged in combating criminal activities and supporting law enforcement operations across the province.
Important Note
This report is based on information provided by police authorities. The investigation into the prison van escape is ongoing, and efforts to apprehend the remaining escaped prisoners continue.
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