By Uzma Zafar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister of State for Interior Senator Talal Chaudhry, accompanied by IGP Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, held a press conference regarding the murder of renowned trader Aamir Awan. On this occasion, DIG Islamabad Muhammad Jawad Tariq, SSP Investigations, SSP Operations, and other police officers were also present.
IGP Islamabad stated that a tragic murder incident occurred in the federal capital, in which a well-known trader, Aamir Awan, was killed at his farmhouse. Taking immediate notice of the incident, 17 police teams were formed under the supervision of the DIG Islamabad.
These teams conducted technical investigations and carried out 31 raids across Islamabad, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Police teams analyzed data from 257 cameras and 180 phone calls, conducted geo-fencing of 06 locations, and interrogated 93 suspects.
Due to timely and professional investigation, all five members of the dangerous inter provincial Mansoor Khan gang were arrested from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This gang was known as the “Bulletproof” gang because they carried out crimes wearing bulletproof jackets and were involved in several serious offenses in the federal capital.
Two members of the gang are illegal Afghan nationals. Heavy weapons, mobile phones, and other items were recovered from the arrested accused. A case has been registered against them and further investigation is ongoing. The Minister of State for Interior stated that the Federal Interior Minister appreciated the IGP Islamabad and his team for their tireless efforts and professionalism.
He added that due to Islamabad Police effective policing, there has been a 63% reduction in serious crimes and a 78% decrease in the general crime rate in the federal capital. He emphasized that there has been no major crime incident in Islamabad that was not traced in time or where the accused were not arrested, with arrests made from Karachi to Khyber.
On this occasion, IGP Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi stated that this case was a major challenge as it had nationwide implications. However, Islamabad Police successfully solved the case within 24 hours, as in previous instances.
He further added that for the first time, Islamabad Police ensured the effective use of artificial intelligence along with digital surveillance, and established a dedicated control room to maintain coordination among all teams.
Every piece of information was carefully analyzed in the control room and shared with field teams in real time. He stated that the gang was involved in inter provincial crimes and carried out operations with full preparation to resist any confrontation.
He further said that this case would be sent to the National Police Academy as it represents a beautiful blend of traditional and modern policing. He concluded that although the case was a major challenge, Islamabad Police successfully traced it within 24 hours through hard work.
A strong case will be established against the accused, and through solid investigation and evidence, they will be brought to justice and awarded exemplary punishment by the relevant court.
