Kohat DPO Reviews Security At District Jail, Police Arrest Armed Suspects
Published September 03, 2026 | 09:10 PM
(APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 3rd Sep, 2026) District Police Officer (DPO) Kohat, SSP Rai Mazhar Iqbal, paid a detailed visit to the Kohat District Jail on Thursday to inspect security arrangements, administrative affairs, and facilities provided to inmates.
During the visit, the Jail Superintendent and relevant officials briefed the DPO on security measures, operational management, and prisoner welfare services. SSP Rai Mazhar Iqbal thoroughly examined security points, reviewed hospital facilities, and assessed the availability of medicines and healthcare arrangements, alongside visiting the rehabilitation center to observe reintegration programs.
Emphasizing the importance of institutional synergy, the DPO noted that close coordination between jail authorities and the district police is essential for crime prevention, reinforced security, and regional peace.
In a separate operation against criminal elements, Kohat police arrested three armed suspects. Led by In-charge Shadi Khel Irfan, the police team recovered one repeater gun and three pistols from the possession of the accused, identified as Ahmed Faraz, Kashif, and Sajid.
Cases have been registered against the suspects, and further investigations are currently underway. Reaffirming the department's firm stance, the DPO stated that indiscriminate actions against armed and criminal elements will continue unabated, emphasizing that safeguarding the lives and property of citizens remains the foremost priority of the Kohat police.