Law enforcement agencies have launched raids across the city following a rise in extortion incidents. The investigation into the firing at a car showroom on New MA Jinnah Road is underway.
Investigators revealed that the suspects involved in the New MA Jinnah Road incident used mobile phone services instead of social media platforms to issue threats. The group fired at the showroom before sending a text message.
The message read: “This is a trailer. If you don’t pay Rs5 million by 7pm, the full movie will start.”
Courtesy: Sindh Police
After targeting builders, extortionists have turned their attention to show owners. Dealers, builders and showroom owners have reported receiving calls from both domestic and international numbers. Authorities suspect the involvement of a gang led by Ahmed Ali Magsi.
Separately, Rangers arrested a suspected extortionist, Qasim alias Qaso, in Malir yesterday. He was wanted in several cases of extortion and targeted killing. The Special Investigation Unit is questioning the suspect.
The police have received several complaints recently regarding the resurgence of extortion in the metropolis. In District Malir, a food center owner received a call from an international number demanding Rs2 million as “party fund”. Malir City police have registered a case.
In another incident yesterday, a businessman in Manghopir received an extortion demand of Rs 100 million.
