Motorist Robbed of Rs150,000 and Foreign Currency at Taramri Chowk
A citizen was reportedly stopped near Taramri Chowk in the Shahzad Town area of Islamabad, where four motorcycle riders took cash, foreign currency, important documents and car keys before fleeing, while police began an investigation.
ISLAMABAD: A reported robbery incident took place near Taramri Chowk within the limits of Shahzad Town police station, where four motorcycle-riding suspects allegedly intercepted a citizen and deprived him of cash, foreign currency, important documents and car keys.
According to preliminary information received by Islamabad Tribune, the suspects forced the citizen out of his vehicle and took Rs150,000 in cash along with more than Rs800,000 worth of foreign currency, including dirhams and riyals. The victim was also reportedly deprived of important documents and the keys to his car.
The suspects fled the scene on motorcycles shortly after the incident. No physical injury to the citizen was reported in the occurrence.
Police Investigation Underway
Police have launched an investigation into the matter and are expected to examine all available leads. The case has added to public concern over street crime in parts of the federal capital, particularly on roads connecting busy residential and commercial areas.
