The Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) released its report on street crimes in Karachi for October 2023, revealing alarming statistics and highlighting the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement.
According to the CPLC report, the month of October witnessed a significant surge in street crimes, with 4,396 motorbikes stolen and 817 two-wheelers snatched at gunpoint. Additionally, 182 vehicles were reported as snatched, while 25 incidents involved vehicles being snatched at gunpoint. The report indicated that 54 snatched or stolen vehicles and 265 motorbikes were successfully recovered by law enforcement during this period.
Kidnapping for ransom and extortion cases also saw a notable increase in October, with 13 reported incidents. The CPLC report provides insights into the complex landscape of street crimes in the city.
In a concerning trend, 9,464 citizens were deprived of their cellphones during the first four months of 2023, with only 161 recoveries reported. This highlights the prevalence of cellphone robberies, a common street crime affecting a large number of residents.
The report also highlighted a singular bank dacoity incident in October 2023, where private security guards posted at a bank branch in Karachi’s SITE area were involved in stealing five million rupees from the cash vault during the night. At least two security guards, along with accomplices, broke into the bank and executed the theft.
These crime trends underscore the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing and mitigating street crimes in Karachi. Authorities are likely to strategize and enhance efforts to curb these criminal activities and ensure the safety of citizens.
