Zahedan: An armed robbery ring has been disbanded in southeastern Iran, and a large haul of weapons has been seized from the gang, a provincial official says. The operation, conducted by police forces in Sistan and Baluchestan province, led to significant developments in the fight against organized crime in the region. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the commander of the Sistan and Baluchestan province's police, Second Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Eshaghi, provided details about the operation. He highlighted the successful seizure of a substantial cache of weaponry from the gang, marking a critical blow to their criminal activities. The operation resulted in the death of the gang's ringleader during a clash with the police, while two of his accomplices were apprehended. This development is expected to contribute to enhanced security in the region, as local authorities continue their efforts to curb armed robbery and related offenses.