Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) have arrested seven suspected members of the “Conti Gang” during an intelligence-based operation in New Karachi, recovering weapons, mobile phones and motorcycles.

According to a Rangers press release issued on November 14, the suspects were allegedly involved in multiple robbery and street-crime incidents in Surjani Town and surrounding areas.

The arrested suspects have been identified as Hasnain alias Ghafoor, Wasif, Jibran, Mudassir, Kabir Bengali, Abdul Majid and Muhammad Ejaz.

Weapons, Motorcycles and Mobile Phones Recovered

During the operation, Rangers recovered three unlicensed pistols and ammunition from the suspects.

The security personnel also seized two motorcycles, 14 mobile phones and cash.

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According to Rangers, the suspects allegedly robbed citizens at gunpoint and stole motorcycles, laptops, mobile phones and cash.

The gang members reportedly dismantled stolen motorcycles and sold their spare parts separately.

Suspects Linked to Multiple Criminal Cases

Rangers identified Hasnain and Kabir as habitual criminals, claiming that multiple first information reports (FIRs) had been registered against them at different police stations across Karachi.

The press release also alleged that Muhammad Ejaz had been involved in buying and selling stolen mobile phones in New Karachi since 2024.

According to the statement, he allegedly altered the phones’ International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers before selling them.

Raids Underway for Remaining Suspects

Rangers said raids were underway to arrest the gang’s remaining accomplices.

The arrested suspects, along with the recovered weapons, ammunition and other items, have been handed over to police for further legal proceedings.

Meanwhile, Rangers urged citizens to report information about suspected criminal activity through its helpline and nearby check posts.

The public can contact the Rangers Helpline at 1101 or send information through WhatsApp at 03479001111. Rangers said informants’ identities would remain confidential.