Karachi Police recorded more than 51,000 criminal incidents between January and October 2026, including 456 murders, 719 attempted murder cases and thousands of vehicle theft and snatching incidents.
Follow Times of Karachi on Google News and add as a preferred Source on Google
According to a media reports, the city also witnessed thousands of reported kidnappings, robberies and other criminal offences during the first ten months of the year.
456 Murders and 719 Attempted Murder Cases
The police report recorded 456 murder cases across Karachi between January and October 2026. Another 719 cases of attempted murder were also registered during the same period.
Kidnapping incidents were also reported in significant numbers. According to the figures, 2,800 people were abducted, while 28 kidnapping-for-ransom cases were registered.
The report further stated that 372 children were abducted across the city during the ten-month period.
Over 2,500 Robbery and Dacoity Incidents
Karachi Police recorded 2,515 incidents of robbery and dacoity between January and October.
The figures highlight the range of property-related crimes reported across the metropolis during the period.
Thousands of Cars and Motorcycles Stolen or Snatched
Vehicle theft and snatching also accounted for a substantial number of reported incidents.
According to the police report:
- 928 cars were stolen or snatched.
- 8,574 motorcycles were stolen or snatched.
- 292 other vehicles were stolen or snatched.
- Motorcycles accounted for the largest number of reported vehicle-related incidents.
More Than 16,000 Other Crimes Reported
Apart from the listed offences, police recorded 16,292 other criminal incidents across Karachi.
The report also included 3,410 cases registered under the Prohibition Ordinance and 5,152 cases booked under the Arms Ordinance.
The figures provide an overview of reported criminal activity in Karachi during the first ten months of 2026 and highlight continuing public safety concerns across the city.
