Pakistan: 19 killed, 55 injured over resisting robberies during Ramzan

Karachi: During Ramzan 2024, Karachi witnessed a surge in crime, with 19 fatalities and 55 injuries resulting from resistance to robberies, as reported by ARY News.

A police official disclosed that armed robbers were responsible for the deaths of 19 citizens in Karachi during robbery attempts. This year, the city has seen a notable escalation in robbery-related fatalities, totalling 56, with over 200 individuals injured thus far.

In comparison, the corresponding period last year saw 25 fatalities and 110 injuries due to resistance against robberies.

According to a report by the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC), the first three months of 2024 saw 22,627 reported crimes, including 59 fatalities and over 700 injuries stemming from robbery resistance.

Additionally, 373 cars, 15,968 motorbikes, and 6,102 mobile phones were reported stolen or snatched during this period.

The CPLC report also documented 25 extortion incidents and five cases of kidnapping for ransom in Karachi, ARY News reported.

(ANI)