ISLAMABAD   -   Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Qazi Jameel-ur-Rehman Monday expressed his gratitude to the masses for encouraging police personnel who got injured after foiling a robbery bid in sector G-11/1, and arrested two suspects from the spot. 

He said the way the representatives of federal government, civil administration, members of civil society, business community and people from all schools of thought inquired after the health of injured policemen and appreciated them for their valour to counter the outlaws was commendable.  

Such acts of kindness demonstrated by the public not only boost the morale of jawans but give them a new spirit to perform their duties diligently, said IGP.  

“Islamabad Police are vigilant to protect the lives and property of the citizens, and their personnel are always ready to sacrifice their lives in the line of duty,” he remarked.   The IGP paid tribute to the injured personnel and announced cash prizes as well as commendation certificates for their bravery.  

Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad Muhammad Hamza Shafqaat paid a visit to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and enquired about the health of two cops who sustained bullet injuries during an exchange of fire between robbers and police. 

He was also flanked by SSP Operations Islamabad Dr Syed Mustafa Tanweer and other police officers. DC later on tweeted, 

“We all pay a rich tribute to brave cop Saqlain who put his life on risk to save the property and lives of citizens. 

Two robbers were held by police. Saqlain belongs to Dilawar village where each and every person is brilliant and brave.”