Six Jirga men arrested for forcing theft suspects to walk on burning coals

A clip made rounds on social media showing some people walking on burning coals, sparking public outcry over the tradition practiced for proving innocence in a theft case

Famous qawwal Sher Miandad's home targeted in jewellery theft

Police have arrested a domestic worker for stealing six tolas of jewellery from renowned qawwal Sher Miandad’s Lahore residence.

Lahore Dolphin Squad arrests suspect behind 100 street crime incidents

The Dolphin Squad has arrested a key suspect accused of carrying out nearly 100 street crime incidents in Lahore after an intelligence-based operation in Samanabad.

Karachi triple murder mystery solved as man admits killing wife, daughters

Financial, domestic issues led him to take their lives

Firing at Senator Khurram Zeeshan's in-laws house in Peshawar leaves one injured

Unknown gunmen fired at Senator Khurram Zeeshan’s in-laws home in Peshawar, injuring a servant.

Slain Abbottabad doctor laid to rest, three arrested in murder probe

The body was discovered in the forests of Thandiani following the arrest and identification of prime suspect, the victim’s friend.

Newborn recovered, kidnapper arrested in police operation

Police working on modern lines and pursuing an intelligence-based operation, recovered the child six hours after the abduction.

High-alert security across Punjab ordered

Monitoring of all banned organisations would continue

KP police get bullet proof vehicles, modern arms, equipment

Chief Minister Sohail Afridi visits Police Lines

Another abuse of power: FIR lodged against four traffic wardens for assaulting ASF official

A criminal case has been registered against four traffic wardens in Lahore for allegedly torturing an Airport Security Force (ASF) official.

Three suspected drug peddlers killed in Lahore 'encounters'

Police claim they have been taken out by the firing of their own accomplices

LHC overturns death sentence, acquits accused in refusal-of-marriage murder case

LHC's decision noted that the post-mortem of the victim was conducted with a delay of seven hours, and the prosecution completely failed to prove its case against the accused.

SHO, two ASIs suspended for lawyer's murder in police 'encounter'

Zeeshan Shabbir was reportedly killed during a staged police encounter in Vehari

Two suspected bandits injured, arrested after 'encounter' in Karachi

They did not comply with the police order and started firing. Police retaliated. As a result of the shootout, the suspected bandits got injuries and could not escape.

Karachi officials suspended over Karachi manhole death

Following a child’s death in a Gulshan-e-Iqbal sewer, KMC, DMC, KWSB officials and assistant commissioner suspended; BRT clarifies project unrelated to accident

Robber lynched by angry mob after a man killed during robbery in Karachi

West SSP took notice of the tragic incident and suspended Orangi Town SHO, and registered a case against 30 people in the lynching case.

Woman among three drug pushers held in Phoolnagar raid

The suspected outlaws have been identified as Rani Bibi, Farhan and Riaz. Cases have been registered against them. Further investigation was underway.

LHC CJ orders halt to cases against underage drivers in Punjab

Chief Justice Aalia Neelum stops cases against underage drivers, orders awareness first, and halts illegal sealing of lawyers’ chambers, calling for full review and lawful procedures.

Two drug pushers eliminated in Rahim Yar Khan 'encounter'

In Phoolnagar, an alleged robber was taken out by the firing of his own accomplices during an exchange of fire with police in Kot Radha Kishan.

Man kills estranged wife and live-streams her body

A man in India brutally killed his estranged wife at a women’s hostel, took a selfie with her body, and shared it online before being arrested at the scene.

Eight drug traffickers, one robber killed during CCD 'encounters' in Punjab cities

Operations were carried out in Bahawalpur, Mandi Bahauddin, Sialkot, Gujrat, Gujranwala and Hafizabad.

33 arrested in Khanewal crackdown on drug peddlers

Ten suspects injured in shootouts with police. 53-kg Charas, 2-kg heroin and one-kg ice

Newly-married couple gunned down in Karachi

According to police, it was the second marriage of the woman and said initial investigation suggested that the woman’s former husband and his accomplices killed them.

3,195 held for traffic rule violations in Punjab during 24hr

A Punjab police spokesperson said the province-wide operation also led to the impounding of 12,814 vehicles, motorcycles and rickshaws at various police stations.

Cricketer jailed for assault, phone robbery

Papua New Guinea cricketer Kiplin Doriga gets three-year jail term in Jersey for assaulting a woman and stealing her phone during the ICC Challenge League.

Robber killed, other held during 'encounters' in Mandi Bahauddin

The dead suspect outlaw was identified as Aurangzeb alias Rango. During investigation, it came to light that Rango was wanted in 28 cases of heinous crimes. Further investigation was underway.

Two terror facilitators nabbed in Miran Shah CTD operation

Robber, drug traffickers arrested in Karachi, 50 held in dance party raid in Islamabad

YouTuber Ducky Bhai released from Lahore jail amid ongoing gambling app case

YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, has been released from Lahore’s Camp Jail following court approval of his bail.

Four extortionists arrested after 'encounter' in Karachi

126 absconders and 160 criminals held in Balochistan

Girl seeks action against those who tortured her and cut her hair before filming

Mystery surrounding a video clip featuring a man cutting hair of an individual has solved

KP CM approves specialised police unit to counter militancy

The chief minister formally gave the green signal for the Special Branch to be formed into a dedicated police unit.

19 illegal Afghan nationals detained in Pindi police actions

The search operations were conducted in the jurisdictions of Pirwadhai, Ganjmandi, City, Waris Khan, Banni, New Town, Sadiqabad, Ratta Amral, Chontra, Gujar Khan, Dhamiyal, Rawat, Jatli,

Two brothers gunned down in Rawalpindi

Police were recording statements from witnesses and collecting forensic evidence to reach out to the murderers. Police said it was premature to say anything about the double murder.

Main suspect in BRT bus theft ring arrested in Peshawar

Peshawar police arrest the main suspect in a BRT bus theft gang, recovering cash, jewelry, and mobile phones; BRT authorities commend prompt police action.

Four kidnappers killed as police rescue abductee in Kot Addu operation

Four suspected extortionists arrested in Karachi

Terror suspect killed in Lahore 'encounter'

Police claim the outlaw was taken out in the firing of their own accomplices

Customs foils gold, dollar smuggling at Karachi airport

Customs officials at Karachi Airport seize 3.54 kg gold and over $11,600 from two women en route to Riyadh, foiling a PKR 11 crore smuggling attempt.

Ex-Philippine mayor Alice Guo given life sentence for human trafficking

The Philippine Senate launched a congressional probe into Guo last year

Industrialist gunned down by nephew in Wazirabad

A CCTV video of the industrialist's murder has gone viral, featuring him sitting in his office before being gunned down by his nephew.

Two terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat CTD action

Terrorist Azmatullah was involved in the killing of security forces personnel, and police

Four taken out in DI Khan firing incident

Woman poisoned to death in Bahawalnagar

Seven target killers of banned outfit held in Karachi CTD raids

They were complicit in murdering police informers, sectarian assaults

Husband sentenced to death, in-laws get life in Sania Zahra murder case

Multan court sentences husband to death and in-laws to life imprisonment in the high-profile Sania Zahra murder case.

Six street criminals arrested in Karachi operations

Four of them were injured during ‘encounters’. Cash, valuables, arms seized

Suspected outlaw dead, cop injured in Burewala 'encounter'

The suspect was wanted in several cases of heinous crimes

10 outlaws apprehended in Kasur crackdowns

Drugs, bikes, liquor and weapons seized from them

Suspected robber killed in Hyderabad police 'encounter'

Stray bullet claims life of a five-year-old boy in Karachi

SHO, sub-inspector, and ASI arrested red-handed for taking bribes in Gujranwala

Three police officers in Gujranwala, including an SHO, have been arrested for extorting money from a citizen. An inquiry confirmed their misconduct, leading to criminal charges.

Citizen murdered over Rs2 million loan dispute in Karachi's Shah Latif Town

Man lured to collect Rs2 million loan in Karachi’s Shah Latif Town found murdered; police recover body, hammer, detain five suspects including woman and child.

Terrorist arrested in joint Karachi rangers, CTD operation

The suspect identified as Noor Wali, son of Wali Khan, was involved in terrorism activities, kidnapping for ransom, targeted killing, and extortion along with his accomplices Abid, Qayaum Mehsud

Five killed in rocket launcher, gun attack on Shikarpur house

Tribal feud is stated to be the outcome of the killings. Father, sons, and brother are among the dead

Sheikhupura youth rescued from police torture cell in ransom case

Sheikhupura police rescued Afzal from a police-led kidnapping-for-ransom case, arresting SI Nadeem, constable Amir, and accomplices after they demanded five lakh rupees for his release.

Seven-year-old Amna's rapist and killer arrested in Mirpurkhas

Accused, Zahid Khaskheli, abducted Amna on November 4 while she was returning home from school. He kept her in captivity for two days, subjected her to sexual assault, and later strangled.

Karachi police nab two robbers in Jamshed Quarters area

The suspects were apprehended during a brief exchange of fire with the Jamshed Quarters police.

Man arrested for throwing acid on daughter-in-law

According to police, the incident occurred in village Katcha Kho of Sadar police jurisdiction. During the investigation, the accused admitted his crime.

KP IG issues directives for tight security to fight terrorism

Says police are in a state of war and will take strong counter-action in the event of terrorist attacks

Two cops killed in Naushahro Feroze police post attack

Investigation is underway. The assailants escaped after the incident

LHC judge recuses himself from hearing YouTuber Ducky Bhai's bail plea

Justice Farooq Haider recuses from Ducky Bhai’s bail hearing in gambling app case; NCCIA submitted records, accused claims arrest without notice while leaving the country.

5-year-old girl recovered from CCD custody on Lahore High Court orders

CCD police brought a 5-year-old girl to Lahore High Court after taking her in custody during a raid this year

12-year-old boy killed as gun goes off accidently

The pistol belonged to his father

Two killed, as many injured in Karachi gun attack

The victims belonged to a political party, and one of them had criminal history

Five workers of banned religious party remanded in police custody for 17 days

The investigating officer informed the court that the accused were involved in attacks on police personnel, arson, and rioting, adding that sticks and clubs were recovered from their possession.

Seven suspected outlaws held during Karachi 'encounters'

Four of them were injured in shootouts

NCCIA arrests suspect selling Pakistani citizens' data online

NCCIA arrested Anis Ahmed Shah from Bhakkar for running over ten websites selling Pakistani citizens’ data online; action followed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s directives.

Seven arrested in Kasur police action against drug smugglers

Police recovered white crystal heroin, drone, batteries worth millions from the arrested drug smugglers

Suspected outlaw killed in Jaranwala CCD 'encounter'

The alleged hardcore criminal was identified as Qasim

Suicide jacket recovered from house in Lahore

CTD police were informed about the recovery of the explosive jacket. The CTD team was investigating from different angles to dig out the facts surrounding the jacket.

Three students injured as classmate's pistol goes off in Narowal school

Police arrested the student who came to school with the weapon. The injured students were admitted to hospital.

ANF seizes 144kg hashish in major crackdown on inter-provincial drug network in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

ANF foils major drug smuggling attempt in Khyber District, seizing 144kg hashish hidden by the notorious Bara-based DTO gang; case registered under anti-narcotics law.

Cybercrime officers accused in bribery scandal remanded for three three days

The FIA reported that the accused possessed assets beyond their known sources of income.

Two cops among three held as robbers' gang busted in Lahore

The arrested cops have been identified as Ali Haider and Rahat Ali. They have been suspended. Police further claimed to have recovered jewellery, cash, and other valuables worth millions of rupees

Terrorist eleminated in Karak CTD, police operation

A Kalashnikov, two magazines, a hand-grenade and several cartridges were recovered from the dead militant

FIA foils human smuggling attempt, arrests 21 illegal immigrants in Gwadar

FIA confirmed that a case has been registered against the suspects, and further investigation is underway

Dolphin policeman held for supporting banned TLP on social media

The accused had shared material in favour of the banned religiopolitical party and against the Muridke operation.

Ex-NCCIA deputy director Muhammad Usman granted two-day physical remand in bribery case

Islamabad court extended former NCCIA Deputy Director Muhammad Usman’s physical remand by two days over bribery allegations, including monthly kickbacks from various call centers.

Court approves three-day physical remand of Six NCCIA Officers amid allegations of bribery

Initial inquiries had already confirmed their involvement in bribery

Four robbers killed in police encounter in Peshawar

Police revealed that the slain robbers had been involved in criminal activities since 2003

Seven robbers arrested during 'encounters' in Karachi

Four of them were injured before being nabbed during shootouts

Rs200m more seized from Kohistan corruption accused

The NAB has so far made recovery of Rs2 billion. The process of further recovery is also underway, sources revealed

Sindh High Court directs FIA to investigate alleged false case in Larkana

Sindh High Court Larkana Bench directs inquiry into alleged false terrorism case against citizen, ordering transfer of probe to FIA within seven days.

Robber killed, accomplice injured in Karachi police 'encounter'

Police have seized two pistols, a stolen bike and other valuables. Police received a distress call that some alleged robbers were plundering passers-by in an area of Industrial Sector 6-B.

Two CCD cops arrested on charges of abducting trader for ransom

The accused have been identified as inspector Javed Iqbal and constable Tusif. They took Rs4million to release the citizen

FBR says customs foil bulletproof glass smuggling bid at Iran border crossing

An FIR has been registered against the importer, clearing agent, and others under the Customs Act, 1969 for mis-declaration and forgery to avoid payment of legitimate duties and taxes

Two suspected robbers arrested in Karachi incidents

They were involved in heinous crimes

One arrested, Rs3.3m fireworks seized in Multan

According to police sources, the action was taken by Chehlek police under the supervision of SP Cantonment Kainat Azhar

SP Adeel Akbar committed suicide, police inquiry report reveals

The report cites medical testimony indicating that SP Adeel Akbar suffered from chronic stress

Judicial probe into custodial death of Karachi youth ordered

The home minister has directed the additional chief secretary (home) to initiate the process of judicial inquiry into the case

ASI arrested, SHO booked on rape charges in Mirpur Khas

Taking notice of the incident, Sindh Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar suspended the SHO and ASI, and formed a committee to investigate the matter.

Three killed, eight injured as two groups trade fire at wedding in Bannu

Initial investigation suggests that a dance party was going on at a wedding party when a row ensued over teasing dancers

Police conduct combing operations in parts of Karachi

The police teams checked motorcyclists, houses, hotels, hostels, and temporary lodges in different localities of PNT Colony, with an aim to track down illegal Afghan nationals

SP Adeel Akbar's alleged suicide sparks debate over leave approval

Islamabad Police SP Adeel Akbar’s alleged suicide ignites debate after his medical leave approval surfaces, raising questions over timing and procedural details before his tragic death.

Citizen moves court over $850,000 digital wallet transfer

Citizen moves court Over $850,000 digital wallet transfer

Bahawalpur youth dies in police custody, seven officers suspended in Karachi

Body’s post-mortem will be conducted under a magistrate’s supervision to determine the exact cause of death

Seven arrested in Kasur search operations, arms, drugs seized

The operations were carried out on the directives of Muhammad Esa Khan to control crimes in the city. One-kg heroin, two-kg Chars, 240-litre liquor and two pistols were seized from the outlaws.

Karachi police arrest domestic worker with gold biscuits, foreign currency

The under custody suspect revealed to police that he purchased house and cars from stolen money

Teacher sentenced to life imprisonment for assaulting student in Rawalpindi

The case was registered in May 2022 at Nasirabad Police Station.

Main suspect held after video of citizen's torture goes viral

He further stated that all those involved in the incident would be arrested and brought to justice so that no one dared to commit such an act in future.

71 Larkana Katcha area robbers surrender to police

Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar said the government will extend surrender policy to other districts as well in phases

Suspected robber lynched, accomplice injured by mob in Karachi

Police were investigating, looking at different angles

Man kills two young daughters amid crushing debt pressure

A case has been registered against the suspect, and further investigation is underway

Facial recognition technology helps Karachi police arrest fugitive

DIG South said that the South Zone Police arrested a fugitive through the use of advanced facial recognition technology

Six POs among 16 suspects arrested in Hangu operation

The law enforcers have seized a huge cache of weapons including explosives, six hand-grenades, a Kalashnikov, two safety fuse, 300 cartridges and 14 rocket fuses.

Cop held after video showing him teasing woman in bus goes viral

CM Maryam Nawaz shared a photo of the arrested officer behind bars on social media, writing: “Arrested!

Balochistan MPA's brother gunned down

CM Sarfraz Bugti takes notice of the murder; expresses condolence with the bereaved family

SHO among three cops injured in operation against illegal Afghans

Police arrested two illegal Afghan nationals and their as many facilitators for showing resistance and injuring the law enforcers.

CCD takes over Ameer Balaj murder probe after JIT dissolved

The case took a dramatic turn when Teefi Butt, whose real name was Khawaja Tareef, was allegedly killed by his own associates during an alleged police encounter near Rahim Yar Khan.

Punjab extends Section 144 for more seven days 'amid security threats'

A complete, province-wide ban was imposed on the display of all kinds of weapons, use of loudspeakers, and publication and distribution of inflammatory, hateful or sectarian material.

Polio team security officer shot dead in Balochistan

This is the third death of a law enforcer since the start of nationwide polio drive from October 13

Dispute over marriage of choice claims life of man in Khanewal

A meeting called for reconciliation turns violent

12 Afghan refugees detained on suspicion in Hyderabad operation

The suspects have been shifted to a police station for verification and interrogation

Another cop gunned down while guarding polio team in Nowshera

A day earlier, a Levies personnel, deployed for the protection of the polio team, was killed in Tehsil Matta

Two outlaws killed from accomplices firing during 'encounters' with CCD

They were wanted in many cases of heinous crimes

Five suspects involved in Karachi street crimes arrested

Snatched cash, valuables and arms recovered

Karachi court indicts Saudi woman under Foreign Act

A Karachi court indicted Saudi national Noor Fatima under the Foreign Act; she pleaded not guilty. Witnesses summoned for October 23. Identity confirmation still pending.

11,198 outlaws arrested in Punjab police province-wide crackdown

The recovered items include vehicles, motorcycles, mobile phones, gold, cattle, and cash

Man acquitted in wife's murder case after 5 years in prison

Lahore High Court overturns life sentence in wife's murder case, citing lack of evidence and rising pistol suicides among women as possible alternate cause.

Large cache of arms, ammunitions seized in Gilgit operation

Gilgit-Baltistan IG says the region will purged of illegal weapons and terrorists

Two most wanted terrorists eliminated in CTD Peshawar operation

The CTD carried out an intelligence based operation (IBO) against the militants

Guard killed as vehicle of Sindh minister comes under fire in Thatta

The provincial minister, Riaz Hussain Shah, was not in the vehicle

Three suspected outlaws killed in Peshawar police 'encounter'

They were proclaimed offenders and wanted in many cases of heinous crimes

Over Rs30m cash, jewellery taken away in Karachi house robbery

The house owner has returned from Saudi Arabia recently

Shooter of extortionists' gang killed in Karachi police 'encounter'

The accused was the accomplice of suspected outlaw Qadir Khan, who was killed in a police encounter on Saturday night

Rivals' firing leaves two dead, as many injured in Tank

Suspected robber killed in Karachi ‘encounter’

Suspected outlaw dead in 'exchange of fire' with CCD in Chiniot

The suspected robber was complicit in dozens of heinous crimes including burglaries

Rivals' firing leaves two dead, as many injured in Quetta

The law enforcers scrambled to the crime scene and started investigation

PO wanted in murder case arrested from Saudi Arabia

He and his accomplices had killed a man in April 2023

Range Rover stolen from UK tracked at Karachi

Interpol seeks Sindh police help for recovery

Five robbers eliminated in Narang Mandi CCD 'encounter'

Two bandits escape, with police conducting raids to arrest them

Gogi Butt's bail extended to Oct 8 in Amir Balaj murder case

the court issued notices to the prosecution and sought arguments on the bail plea

LHC orders crackdown on unregistered SIMs

Justice Bajwa orders immediate deactivation of illegal SIMs and tough action against fraudsters

Robbers kill man during robbery in Karachi

A bandit held after encounter with police

Anchorperson Imtiaz Mir succumbs to injuries after targeted shooting in Karachi

The journalist was undergoing medical treatment at a private hospital in Karachi

Three suspected robbers arrested after 'encounter' in Karachi

They are involved in robbing citizens of cash

Couple murdered over marriage of choice in Rahim Yar Khan

Police are raiding to arrest the killers

Woman brutally tortured in Lahore Baghbanpura bazaar

Police have registered a case on victim’s complaint

Murder case of three transgender persons registered

Special joint teams have been formed to probe every angle of the killings

Balochistan High Court grants bail to tribal leader in Degari honour killing case

Justice Iqbal Kasi approved the bail plea and directed Satakzai to submit surety bonds

Three robbers arrested after 'encounter' in Karachi

The city witnesses a surge in street crimes

Robbers injure policeman in Karachi

Investigation is under way

Robber killed, accomplice injured in Karachi 'encounter'

They were wanted in many cases of crimes

Constable gunned down in Karachi targeted killing

Sindh interior minister takes notice

Head-constable kidnapped in Karachi

Sindh Interior Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar has taken notice of the incident

Two suspected outlaws killed in Lahore police 'encounter'

Police claimed they were eliminated from the firing of their own accomplices

Property dealer gunned down in Lahore

Rape suspect arrested after ‘encounter’

84 arrested for attempt to enter Iran illegally: FIA

Illegal attempts to travel to Iran by sea were thwarted

Old enmity claims life in Larkana

Robber arrested after encounter with police

Policeman injured in Lahore gun attack

Investigation is under way

Punjab police drones destroy hideouts of Katcha area robbers

The operation is aimed at rescuing abductees

Private academy principal held in Pindi student's rape, abortion case

The complainant claimed he repeatedly raped her in his office

JIT finds Gogi Butt's connection in murder of Amir Balaj

Amir Balaj Tipu was murdered on Feb 18, 2024

Three suspected outlaws eliminated in Lahore CCD 'encounter'

Their accomplices attacked police, and fled

Woman among five injured as two groups clash in Karachi

Two robbers arrested after ‘encounter’

PSCA achieves ISO global benchmark for supreme information, security system

The authority is assisting law enforcers in curbing crime, arresting high profile criminals

Two women among three killed in Peshawar gunfight

The fight started over a brawl between children in street

Three policemen injured in Chilas gun attack

Gilgit-Baltistan CM takes notice

Vendors, who murdered two brothers over Rs30, killed in police 'encounter'

Police claimed their accomplices opened fire at police team during a raid

Policeman gunned down in Karachi

Police suspect targeted killing

Finding report suggests action against three officials in Malir jailbreak case

It says IG, DIG Prisons also responsible for the escape of inmates

Woman, son sustain burns in Pindi acid attack

Rawalpindi CPO Syed Khalid Hamdani has taken notice of the attack

Man gunned down by neighbour in Karachi

Land dispute claims life in Bahawalpur

Saeed Ghani's bother arrested over charges of beating govt employee

Sindh Minister says the complainant has right to file the case

India's federal investigator opens criminal case against Anil Ambani, his company

India's federal investigator opens criminal case against Anil Ambani, his company

FIA arrests three human traffickers involved in visa fraud in Lahore

The accused allegedly deceived citizens with false promises of overseas employment