The accused were identified as Farooq, Haider Ali, Asif, Fahim Akhtar and Ajmal Hussain, the Rangers spokesman said here on Saturday.

He said that the accused were involved in criminals activities in Shah Faisal Colony, Zaman Town, Itehad Town, Kalri and others area.

After initial interrogation, the accused were handed over to police for further legal action.

Meanwhile, the Rangers took action against theft of irrigation water in District Tando Muhammad Khan and disconnected illegal water connections.

FIRs have been registered at police station against nine people for their involvement in water theft.