Armed Suspects Snatch Woman’s Phone, Purse in G-13
Three armed motorcycle riders reportedly intercepted a woman in Sector G-13, taking her mobile phone and purse before escaping from the area falling under Sumbal Police Station.
ISLAMABAD, October 8, 2026 Another suspected street robbery has been reported in Islamabad, where three armed motorcycle-riding individuals allegedly deprived a woman of her mobile phone and purse in Sector G-13, within the jurisdiction of Sumbal Police Station.
According to initial information, the woman was confronted by three individuals travelling on motorcycles. The suspects reportedly threatened her with a firearm and took possession of her mobile phone and handbag.
Following the incident, the suspects escaped on their motorcycles. Their identities and whereabouts have not been established in the information available so far.
The reported incident has once again drawn attention to street safety in the federal capital, particularly the risks faced by pedestrians and women travelling through residential neighbourhoods.
Sumbal Police Station Recently Reviewed by IGP
Sumbal Police Station, located in G-13 Markaz, is responsible for policing the area. The latest report comes just two days after Islamabad Inspector General of Police Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry visited the police station on October 6 to review security arrangements, operational performance and public service delivery.
During that visit, the police chief directed officers to ensure prompt responses to citizens’ complaints and improve the quality of services provided to the public.
Islamabad Police has also recently reported enforcement measures against suspects involved in motorcycle theft and other property-related offences across the capital.
Details of Latest Incident Remain Unclear
However, the circumstances surrounding the latest G-13 incident remain unclear. No independently verified details were immediately available regarding the exact location and timing, registration of a First Information Report (FIR), possible surveillance footage or identification of the suspects.
An official response from Sumbal Police Station concerning this particular incident has yet to be independently confirmed.
Residents encountering suspicious activity or requiring immediate police assistance can contact the Islamabad Police emergency helpline at 15. The department also operates a dedicated online women’s helpline at 1815.
The reported incident highlights the importance of timely police response, effective neighbourhood patrolling and follow-up investigations to strengthen public confidence in safety across Islamabad’s residential sectors.
