SECURITY — June 14, 2026
Eight suspects from theft gang arrested in Kabul's 13th district
Commander Shamsullah Hamad said the suspects had been active across multiple areas of the district and that two rifles plus stolen goods were seized from them.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio — 2 min read
Security forces of the 13th district under the Kabul Security Command arrested a gang of professional thieves.
Commander of the 13th district Shamsullah Hamad stated that eight suspects were arrested. The suspects were committing thefts in various areas of the 13th district.
Two rifles and a number of stolen items were recovered from the arrested individuals. Further investigation of the cases is underway.
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Single source provides direct on-record attribution from named official Shamsullah Hamad (commander of the 13th district) with concrete details including specific location, number of arrests (8), and recovered items (2 rifles).
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