Karachi CIA Police Accused of Selling Seized Drugs Back to Traffickers in Major Scandal
Investigation Launched into Corruption Within Karachi Police Over Alleged Narcotics Sale
A major scandal has erupted in Karachi, with allegations that officers from the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) sold seized drugs back to traffickers, undermining efforts to combat narcotics smuggling. The controversy emerged after reports indicated that 508 kilograms of narcotics, which had been seized by the police, were allegedly resold by CIA officers to drug dealers.
The Scandal Unfolds
The incident came to light after Sindh’s Interior Minister Zia Langar held a press conference alongside senior police officials, including the Additional IG Karachi and CIA officers, discussing the successful narcotics seizure. However, shortly thereafter, it was revealed that Sub-Inspector Ijaz Butt of the CIA in Karachi had sold a significant portion of the confiscated drugs back to the very traffickers they had originally seized them from.
The disclosure prompted an immediate response from the authorities. Acting on orders from Minister Zia Langar, senior police officials suspended both the DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police) of the CIA and Sub-Inspector Butt. A formal inquiry into the matter was initiated, with the investigation being transferred to DIG West, Irfan Baloch, who is expected to oversee the probe.
Official Response and Actions Taken
Additional IG Karachi confirmed the preliminary details of the case and expressed frustration over the actions of the officers involved. “The police had done a very good job in seizing these drugs, but their efforts were spoiled,” the Additional IG said. He assured the public that the inquiry would be conducted swiftly and that those found responsible would face strict disciplinary actions. He also made it clear that there would be no tolerance for “black sheep” within the police force, emphasizing the commitment to hold officers accountable.
The scandal has drawn attention to the systemic corruption within the Karachi police ranks, with calls for a thorough investigation into the narcotics enforcement agencies to ensure that such incidents do not recur. The case has raised serious questions about the integrity of law enforcement in a city plagued by drug trafficking and criminal activity.
Anti-Narcotics Efforts Continue Amid Corruption Scandal
While the Karachi CIA scandal has raised doubts about local law enforcement’s ability to tackle the drug trade, efforts by other agencies continue unabated. Recently, the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Port Control Unit intercepted a major drug smuggling attempt at the Karachi Gateway Terminal Limited. The operation, based on a tip-off, led to the discovery of 200 kilograms of methamphetamine, worth over Rs 2 billion, hidden inside 2,000 packets of broast spices destined for Dubai.
The successful seizure of the methamphetamine underscores the ongoing efforts of the ANF to combat the drug trade, even as the scandal involving Karachi’s CIA officers threatens to tarnish the reputation of the city’s law enforcement agencies.
Calls for a Clean-Up and Reform
In the wake of these revelations, there is mounting pressure on the Sindh government and the police to take decisive action to root out corruption within the police force. While the investigation into the alleged drug sale continues, many are calling for broader reforms in Karachi’s narcotics enforcement operations to restore public confidence and ensure that law enforcement agencies are better equipped to fight the drug trade.
The investigation and the fallout from this scandal will be closely watched, as the future of Karachi’s drug enforcement efforts may depend on the actions taken to address the corruption within its ranks.