Suspended Officer Accused of Abduction and Extortion in Wah Cantt

An officer under suspension for misconduct has been accused of committing a serious crime involving abduction and extortion in Wah Cantt. The officer, along with accomplices, allegedly kidnapped a cab driver, subjected him to torture, and demanded ransom for his release. The victim, Waseem Ashraf, reported the incident to the Rawalpindi police chief after the local authorities failed to take action.

Ashraf's ordeal began when he dropped off a female passenger in Wah Cantt and later received a call from her claiming to have left a bag in his cab. Subsequently, he was coerced into a dangerous situation where he was held captive, tortured, and extorted by individuals claiming to be related to the passenger, one of whom identified himself as a suspended policeman.

Despite Ashraf's efforts to seek help from the authorities in Wah Cantt, no action was taken initially. He provided CCTV footage of the incident, revealing a pattern of blackmail and intimidation by the suspended officer and his associates. The victim's plea for justice fell on deaf ears until the Rawalpindi police chief intervened and appointed an inquiry officer to investigate the matter.

However, conflicting accounts emerged when the Taxila ASP alleged that Ashraf had sent inappropriate messages to the female passenger and had resolved the issue by paying her off. A departmental inquiry has been promised to ascertain the truth behind the incident and determine the officer's culpability.

The case of abduction and extortion involving a suspended police officer in Wah Cantt highlights the importance of swift and impartial justice. It underscores the need for thorough investigations and accountability within law enforcement agencies to prevent abuse of power and protect citizens from such heinous crimes.