Tuesday, July 2, 2024 03:15 PM
Karachi Street Crimes Surge: Residents Demand Action
- Armed robbers target man in broad daylight, stealing Rs1.5 million
- 20-year-old Abdul Basit falls victim to armed muggers in Korangi
- Rising street crimes in Karachi pose a grave threat to residents' safety
Image Credits: dialoguepakistanRecent incidents in Karachi highlight the alarming increase in street crimes, with armed robbers targeting individuals in broad daylight. The safety of residents is at risk, calling for urgent action from law enforcement and policymakers.
Recent events in Karachi have shed light on the growing law and order challenges facing the city. On June 4, a disturbing incident unfolded in Khudabad Colony, where armed robbers brazenly targeted a man in broad daylight, making off with a staggering Rs1.5 million. The entire robbery was captured on CCTV, showcasing the audacity of the criminals as they executed their crime effortlessly.
Tragically, the same day witnessed another heartbreaking occurrence in the Korangi area, near Nasir Jump, as 20-year-old Abdul Basit fell victim to armed muggers. Basit, a young man from Quetta who had relocated to Karachi to support his family by selling shoes, was mercilessly attacked by robbers despite offering no resistance.
These incidents underscore a troubling trend of rising street crimes in Karachi, with criminals operating with impunity, posing a grave threat to the safety and security of the city's residents.
The surge in street crimes in Karachi is a matter of grave concern, necessitating immediate attention from law enforcement authorities and policymakers. The safety and well-being of the city's inhabitants must be prioritized to curb the escalating criminal activities and restore peace to the streets of Karachi.
