Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police have arrested two alleged members of the so-called “Sheru Gang” in Islamabad, recovering six stolen motorcycles worth millions of rupees, police said on Wednesday.
The arrests were made by a team from the Shams Colony police station after an intelligence-led operation. The suspects are accused of involvement in a series of motorcycle theft incidents across the federal capital.
Key Facts
- Who was arrested: two alleged members of the “Sheru Gang”, a group linked to motorcycle theft in Islamabad.
- What was recovered: six stolen motorcycles, collectively valued in the millions of rupees, according to police.
- Where: the operation was carried out by a Shams Colony police station team in the federal capital.
- What’s next: police are registering cases and working to trace the original owners of the recovered motorcycles.
Sheru Gang Suspects Held by Shams Colony Police
According to the ICT Police statement, the two suspects were apprehended after officers received intelligence about the gang’s movements. During preliminary questioning, the suspects are reported to have confessed to involvement in several motorcycle theft incidents across Islamabad.
Police said multiple cases are being registered against the arrested men. Further investigation is underway to map the full extent of the gang’s network and identify any remaining accomplices.
Recovered stolen motorcycles lined up at a police station in Islamabad after the arrests.
Recovery of Six Stolen Motorcycles
Police recovered six stolen motorcycles from the possession of the suspects. The vehicles, estimated by police to be worth millions of rupees together, are being documented so they can be traced back to their original owners.
Officials said efforts are continuing to dismantle the gang’s network, including identifying any buyers or receivers of the stolen vehicles.
Wider Crackdown on Street Crime
The arrests form part of an intensified campaign by ICT Police against theft, robbery and other street crime in the federal capital. According to the police statement, senior officers have directed all stations to step up intelligence-led operations against criminals depriving citizens of their property.
The statement added that the drive would continue to ensure offenders face exemplary punishment and to strengthen public safety in Islamabad. More Pakistan news is available on our main site.
Conclusion
The arrest of the two alleged Sheru Gang members and the recovery of six stolen motorcycles mark a significant success for ICT Police in their ongoing drive against street crime in the federal capital. Police say the investigation will continue until the gang’s network is fully dismantled and all recovered vehicles are returned to their owners.
