Islamabad Police Arrest Two Over Alleged Extortion in Ghauri Town
Koral Police say two suspects were caught while allegedly collecting money from residents and plot owners, as investigators move to identify other people linked to the operation.
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Police have arrested two men in Ghauri Town for allegedly collecting money from residents and property owners under the guise of “security charges,” following complaints from citizens in the jurisdiction of Koral Police Station.
Two Suspects Arrested
According to an Islamabad Police spokesperson, the arrested suspects have been identified as Kamran Majeed and Kashif. Police allege that the pair approached houses and plots in Ghauri Town and demanded payments from citizens, with non-resident plot owners reportedly among those particularly targeted.
The police action came after complaints were received from citizens regarding alleged harassment and demands for money. SP Swan Zone Muhammad Khurram Ashraf subsequently constituted a special police team to trace and apprehend those allegedly involved.
Police Catch Suspects During Operation
The operation was conducted under the supervision of SHO Koral Aamir Hayat, with police saying the two suspects were caught while allegedly collecting money.
A case has been registered against the arrested men, while further investigation and legal proceedings are underway. Police said investigators would broaden the probe to identify any other individuals allegedly associated with the activity and determine whether a wider network was operating in the area.
Police Warn Against Harassment and Extortion
SSP Operations Islamabad Qazi Ali Raza said intimidating or harassing citizens and collecting money from them would not be tolerated, adding that action would be taken without discrimination against anyone found involved.
He said protecting the lives and property of citizens remained a priority for Islamabad Police and commended SP Swan Zone Muhammad Khurram Ashraf and his team for the operation.
Citizens Urged to Report Similar Demands
Police have also urged residents to immediately report any similar demands or harassment to the relevant police station or police helpline.
The core details of the police operation were also reported by Associated Press of Pakistan on August 27.
