Authorities have launched a targeted crackdown on individuals showcasing firearms on social media, resulting in the arrest of six suspects in Narowal and Nankana Sahib. The operation was carried out by the Crime Control Department (CCD) after intelligence reports surfaced from social media monitoring, where individuals were found displaying weapons in photos and videos.
Four suspects were apprehended in Narowal, while two were arrested in Nankana Sahib. During the operation, law enforcement recovered a cache of modern rifles, pistols, and ammunition, raising serious concerns about illegal arms possession and its promotion online.
A CCD spokesperson emphasized that public displays of weapons contribute to a culture of violence and undermine public safety. “We are determined to take firm legal action against those misusing digital platforms to glorify firearms,” the official stated.
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All six suspects have been formally charged, and investigations are ongoing to trace the origins of the recovered weapons and to assess any links to criminal networks.
Authorities have also urged citizens to report any such content found on social media and warned that those glamorizing weapons online will face strict legal consequences.
