Four Afghan nationals arrested

Four Afghan nationals were today arrested for allegedly hatching a conspiracy of dacoity in the city, police said.

The accused identified as Saddiqe (42), Hafizullah (28), Abdullah (44) and Mohammad Nasim (28) were held at Vanasthali marg in Jalupura, DCP North Prafulla Kumar said.

He said a gas cutter, screwdriver, gas cylinder and other items were recovered from their possession.

One accused managed to escape, he said.

"The accused are being interrogated for their involvement in any crime, if any," he said.