2025.3.10 FIA busts gang trafficking Pakistani women to China under pretext of marriage
The suspects allegedly targeted financially vulnerable women, persuading them to enter into these fraudulent marriages.
Immigration authorities at Islamabad Airport arrested three suspects linked to a gang involved in smuggling Pakistani women to China under the guise of marriage, according to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
The suspects identified as Shougui (Yousuf), Abdul Rehman, and Nauman, were apprehended while attempting to board a foreign flight to China. During the operation, a young woman, reportedly a victim of the trafficking scheme, was also taken into protective custody.
The FIA revealed that the gang included several women who played a role in arranging marriages between Pakistani girls and Chinese men.
The suspects allegedly targeted financially vulnerable women, persuading them to enter into these fraudulent marriages.
As per initial investigation, Abdul Rehman and Nauman, with the assistance of a Chinese agent named Paul, facilitated the necessary documentation for these marriages.
Paul, who charged an exorbitant fee, was responsible for arranging travel documents and other logistics for the trafficked women.
The FIA spokesperson further disclosed that the suspects had negotiated a deal with the victim’s mother, initially agreeing on a payment of Rs1 million of which she had already paid Rs150,000.
Additionally, the accused coerced the victim into signing a stamp paper, falsely acknowledging a Rs1 million loan, which they intended to use as leverage to blackmail her.
While authorities continue efforts to track down other members of the trafficking network, the arrested suspects were handed over to the FIA’s Anti-Human Trafficking Cell for further investigation and legal proceedings.
2025.3.8 Lahore police officers, women arrested for honey trapping men, filming obscene videos
This gang has trapped more than 50 people so far.
Lahore police arrested seven individuals, including four police officers and three women, for their alleged involvement in a honey trap scheme and extortion, authorities said.
The police said suspects, including Asim, Waqas, Abrar, Ahmed, Noreen Kiran and Fareeha, were apprehended from Kot Lakhpat with the help of social media tracking.
The women suspects lured victims by befriending them on social media and later invited them to rented flats at different locations, where they were tortured and filmed.
According to police, the suspects recorded explicit videos of the victims during the torture and then demanded large sums of money, threatening to release the footage online if they refused to pay.
Moreover, this gang has trapped more than 50 people so far.
Seven mobile phones, handcuffs, pistols, Rs55,000 in cash and other items were recovered from the suspects. The operation was conducted using social media tracking, mobile phone surveillance, and modern technology.
Earlier, in July 2024, a similar case was reported in Okara, where a landlord fell victim to an elaborate honey trap orchestrated by his tenant, Mafiya Bibi.
The police had reported that Mafiya Bibi allegedly extorted a sum of 200,000 rupees from the landlord, Abdul Ghaffar, by luring him into a trap.
The incident unfolded when Mafiya Bibi, under the pretence of paying her rent, invited Abdul Ghaffar to her residence. Unbeknownst to him, this was a calculated move to ensnare him in a blackmail scheme. Upon his arrival, Mafiya Bibi summoned her accomplices, who were dressed in police uniforms, creating a façade of authority and intimidation.
2025.3.7 Ex-Karachi mayor Wasim Akhtar denies his son’s involvement in Mustafa Amir case
Akhtar asserted that his son has been residing in the United States for the past four years.
Former Karachi mayor Wasim Akhtar refuted reports of a police raid on his residence in connection with the Mustafa Amir murder case, which has uncovered a drug trafficking network allegedly involving influential figures.
Media reports claim that police are searching for Akhtar’s son, Taimoor Wasim, following revelations made by drug dealer Sahir Hasan, who is currently under investigation in prison. Hasan allegedly named several individuals linked to narcotics smuggling.
Speaking to a private news channel, Akhtar asserted that his son has been residing in the United States for the past four years. He dismissed the allegations as political propaganda orchestrated by his opponents.
In 2020, a case was registered against Taimoor Wasim and others for allegedly assaulting a young man in Karachi’s Defence area. Authorities stated that on New Year’s Eve, the victim attempted to stop Taimoor and his associates from celebratory aerial firing, which led to the assault.
Earlier, Karachi Police Chief Javed Alam Odho revealed that a thorough investigation exposed the involvement of “big names” in the case.
However, after discussions with Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Sindh IG Ghulam Nabi Memon, the police were determined to take strict action against them without granting amnesty, as they were involved in drug smuggling.
2025.3.5 Gold, diamond, forex worth Rs100 million stolen from businessman’s bank locker in Karachi
a case has been registered against the bank staff members at Darakhshan police station.
A shocking theft incident has come to light in Karachi’s Defence area, where valuables worth Rs100 million disappeared from a private bank locker, according to police.
Police said a case has been registered against the bank’s branch manager, operations manager, and other staff members at Darakhshan police station.
The First Information Report (FIR) stated that a large-sized locker was rented in July 2009, and over the time, it was used to store gold jewelry, diamond sets, wristwatches and foreign currency worth Rs100 million.
On February 19, 2025, when the businessman’s wife opened the locker, she discovered that a metal box containing jewellery and wristwatches was missing.
After informing the operation manager and locker custodian, a search was conducted, and the empty metal box was found inside the same locker. Moreover, they also found empty jewellery pouches from the ceiling of the locker.
The woman alleged that when she returned to the bank two days later, it was revealed to her that the bank staff removed empty jewellery and watch boxes from the locker.
The woman expressed suspicion that the branch manager was involved in the robbery in conjunction with staff.
An investigation was underway after a complaint was filed with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the State Bank of Pakistan regarding a theft incident.
The police recorded statements from the complainant and were considering adding more charges as needed. As part of the investigation, bank staff were summoned for questioning, and authorities obtained CCTV footage and other relevant records to aid in the inquiry.
2025.3.3 Karachi Boat Basin assault case takes new turn
The incident gained attention after CCTV footage went viral
A settlement has been reached between the parties involved in the Boat Basin Food Street assault case, DIG South Ali Raza confirmed.
Complainant Barkat Soomro has agreed to withdraw his complaint, according to local media reports.
Despite the reconciliation, legal proceedings will continue, and police remain committed to arresting the primary suspect, Shah Zain Marri, if found in Karachi. The case’s challan will be submitted to the court.
The assault, which took place on February 19, involved Marri and his guards allegedly ramming a citizen’s car and attacking him at gunpoint.
The incident gained attention after CCTV footage went viral, leading to police action. While five suspects have been arrested, the main accused is believed to have fled to Balochistan.
Earlier in the day, South Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Asad Raza has requested the Sindh Inspector General of Police (IGP) to seek the Balochistan government’s intervention in arresting Shahzain Marri for assaulting an individual with his guards in Karachi’s Boat Basin area.
The incident occurred after a Toyota Surf stopped abruptly in the middle of the road and deliberately collided with a vehicle behind it on February 19.
However, the driver of the Surf allegedly hurled abuses at them before overtaking their car. Moments later, the vehicle sped ahead, reversed, and intentionally rammed into their car from the front.
Following the collision, several armed men stepped out of the Surf and viciously attacked the two victims. One of them sustained a head injury after being struck with the butt of a gun.
The Boat Basin police registered a case on February 21 under Sections 147, 148, 149, 324, 504, 506B, and 337A(i) of the Pakistan Penal Code. The investigation was transferred to the relevant police department.
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