Karachi’s growing street crime problem reached a new peak with the robbery of a trader in the bustling SITE Industrial Area. The victim, transporting a shipment of 35 iPhones valued at approximately Rs. 10 million, was intercepted by armed men near Valika Chowrangi. The robbers, operating with alarming precision, seized the phones and additional cash before fleeing.
This incident is one of several recent robberies in the area, prompting protests by local shopkeepers and residents. Demonstrators gathered outside SITE A police station, burning tires and demanding immediate action against the escalating wave of crime. Law enforcement has initiated an investigation, with senior officers confirming the use of CCTV footage to identify the culprits. Community leaders are urging the government to address the deteriorating security situation, as such incidents are severely impacting businesses and livelihoods
The rise in violent crime in Karachi is reflective of broader socio-economic issues, including unemployment and inflation, which contribute to lawlessness. Citizens are calling for increased police patrolling and technological interventions to restore a sense of safety in Pakistan’s largest metropolis.
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