LAHORE: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) on Friday foiled a major terror bid and arrested a suicide bomber of a banned outfit in Lahore, Dunya News reported.
According to details, the CTD carried out an intelligence-based operation near Barki Road and arrested a suicide bomber after heavy exchange of fire. Another terrorist managed to escape from the scene.
A CTD spokesperson informed that, suicide vest, safety fuss wire and explosives were also recovered from the arrested terrorists.
He added that the operation successfully foiled a potential terror plot that could have posed a significant threat to the security of the city. The prompt action by the CTD and intelligence agencies prevented a major incident, he noted.
