A wave of crime and violence has gripped Karachi, marked by a series of police encounters, robberies, and mysterious deaths, a police report said today.
On the forefront, Naeem, a 25-year-old, was shot and injured during a robbery at Pak Colony, resisting the attackers. The injured individual was swiftly moved to Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK) for urgent medical care as investigations proceed.
In another incident, a fierce encounter unfolded in the Korangi Industrial Area. Police exchanged gunfire with robbers near Sector 7A, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. Among them, Raheel and Aslam were injured. Law enforcement officials recovered pistols, snatched mobile phones, watches, and a stolen motorcycle. The wounded were transported to a hospital, with further inquiries ongoing.
A separate confrontation between police and outlaws occurred at Sannta Patti Sector 5H near Sameera Garden. This clash resulted in the arrest and injury of Mohsin Khan and Sajid, with law enforcement retrieving pistols, mobile phones, and a bike. The injured were taken to a medical facility, and investigations continue.
Meanwhile, an operation at Service Road near U4 Zarina Colony led to the apprehension of two injured members of a bike lifting gang, Siraj alias Shera and Waseem alias Kala. The police seized firearms, mobile devices, and a motorcycle. The injured individuals were hospitalized, with further investigation underway.
The Anti-Vehicle Lifting Cell (AVLC) of the CIA faced off against robbers at Baba Mor, culminating in the arrest and injury of Hassan Joya. A pistol and a car were recovered. The injured suspect received medical attention, and the investigation is ongoing.
Tragedy struck at Gulzar-e-Hijri, Scheme 33, where the body of Muhammad Nadeem was discovered, prompting an investigation into the cause of death post-autopsy. Additionally, Raza, a 25-year-old, tragically took his own life in Maripur, with authorities probing the circumstances.
In Pak Colony, an unidentified body of a presumed drug addict was found at Maiwa Shah graveyard. Meanwhile, Sharukh Khan was shot by an unknown assailant at Baldia Hub River Road. Both were taken to CHK for treatment and further examination.
The discovery of a drowned, unidentified male near Emaar Tower highlights the ongoing struggle with unidentified fatalities. The body was sent to JPMC for legal formalities.
A grim discovery in Ghareeb Abad, Salih Muhammad Goth revealed a three-day-old tortured body, with the cause pending a postmortem. Additionally, Muhammad Hanif, 29, was injured by a stray bullet near North Nazimabad’s Five Star Flyover, receiving medical attention as authorities investigate.