Punjab Police Seek Custody of Alleged Drug Dealer Anmol Alias Pinky from Sindh
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Punjab police are seeking custody of alleged drug dealer Anmol alias Pinky from Sindh police.
- Anmol was arrested by Sindh police, and her revelations during investigation have prompted Punjab police to act on old cases.
- Punjab police are also investigating their own officers for allegedly taking bribes and avoiding Anmol's arrest in previous cases.
The Punjab police have finally stirred into action, seeking the custody of the alleged drug dealer Anmol alias Pinky from Sindh. This move comes after her arrest by Sindh Police and subsequent viral court appearance, which exposed her alleged involvement in drug trafficking and, more disturbingly, the complicity of some within our own ranks.
The womanโs arrest was still to be made in the three drug cases registered in Lahore.
It has come to light that officers in the CIA, now the Crime Control Department, allegedly accepted bribes and deliberately avoided arresting Anmol in three separate cases registered in Lahore between 2019 and 2022. The FIRs detail her alleged role in smuggling significant quantities of drugs, including cocaine, charas, and heroin, with one incident involving her attempting to run over police officers while fleeing a crime scene.
We are approaching the courts concerned to seek permission for the arrest of Anmol alias Pinky.
This situation places the Punjab Police under intense scrutiny. The revelations made during Anmol's investigation in Karachi, coupled with the Lahore FIRs, point towards a systemic failure and potential corruption within the department. The fact that some officials, including a retired CIA officer, allegedly received substantial benefits like a double-cabin truck and a house from Anmol is deeply concerning. We are committed to a thorough investigation to root out any corrupt elements and restore public trust.
The Punjab Police would seek custody of the suspect from Sindh Police to interrogate her.
Originally published by Dawn in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.