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Easter Sunday attacks: 76 suspects arrested ; 10,000 tri-forces personnel deployed for security
A total of 76 suspects have been arrested so far in connection with last Sunday's terror attacks, the Defence Ministry said.
A total of 10,000 tri-forces personnel and 2000 officers of the Civil Services Department have been deployed for security and search operations across the country. This is in addition to the police officers who have deployed, Ministry said in a press release.
The Defence Ministry noted that it hopes to take swift measures against the individuals or organisations involved in last Sunday's attacks.
Further, the Ministry said that security personnel are in the process of arresting several more suspects in connection with last Sunday's terror attacks while also conducting raids.
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