Multiple Terrorists Arrested

Manama, Apr.27 (BNA) As a result of a special investigation, police arrested 28, including individuals convicted in absentia on terrorism charges and sentenced to life imprisonment. In addition some of the arrestees have had their nationality revoked and some were charged in more than one case that involved planning and implementing terrorist acts with the aim to destabilize the security of the country. The self-initiated investigation interrupted and dismantled a number of terrorist operations planned in various villages. The investigation included the tracking of individuals and the monitoring of their safe houses by a specially trained surveillance team. The operation was a coordinated effort by various investigative units within the country. The General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science has initiated legal proceedings to refer the arrestees to the Public Prosecution.