Internal Security Forces’ statement on southern Hasaka operation

The media center released a statement to the public early today regarding its security operation in southern Hasaka, stating:

"Our forces carried out a wide-scale security campaign in the countryside of the city of Al-Shaddadi and the town of Al-Arisha, south of Hasaka, with the aim of enhancing security and stability, and pursuing wanted criminals who have been evading arrest for various charges.

This campaign came in response to repeated complaints from residents about the increasing number of armed robberies targeting civilians and their property. The security operation focused on several locations that were identified based on accurate intelligence information. Our forces raided gang hideouts in Al-Shaddadi and Al-Arisha and successfully arrested 54 members of these gangs. Large quantities of weapons and equipment used in criminal operations were also seized, including:

– 37 Kalashnikov rifles

– 20 pistols

– 48 Kalashnikov magazines

– 3 Brno rifles

– 8 grenades

– 13 hunting rifles

– 4 binoculars

– 1 night vision scope

– Kalashnikov ammunition

This campaign is part of a series of security operations aimed at enhancing stability and security in the southern countryside of Hasaka. Investigations with the detainees are ongoing in preparation for their referral to the competent judiciary.

We reaffirm our commitment to continuing security efforts to protect citizens and maintain the safety and security of all areas in the NE Syria region. We call on the public to cooperate with security authorities and report any suspicious activities that may threaten the safety of the region.”

A-H

ANHA