KARACHI: Police have arrested two suspects linked to a major burglary at a Karachi jewellery shop. The suspects were arrested from Jhang district in Punjab during a targeted operation.
According to police officials, both suspects were living in Karachi’s Lines Area. A relative had arranged their rented accommodation in the city. The investigation revealed that they were involved in a planned robbery.
Authorities said a large amount of stolen items has been recovered. This includes gold, silver, and the safe locker taken from the store. The recovery is seen as a major breakthrough in the case of Karachi jewellery theft.
The robbery took place on April 30 at a Karachi jewellery shop located on Zaib-un-Nisa Street in Saddar. Police said the suspects cut the shutter and entered the shop during early morning hours.
The incident occurred around 4:40am within the jurisdiction of Preedy Police Station. A bazaar watchman raised the alarm at approximately 5:15am after noticing suspicious activity.
SHO Preedy, Ayub Mirani, confirmed that the suspects arrived on a motorcycle. They broke into the shop and stole a safe containing gold jewellery worth millions of rupees. The suspects also took the shop’s locks with them after the crime.
During the incident, the watchman tried to stop them. However, he was threatened at gunpoint, according to SSP South Mazhar Ali. He also stated that the suspects attempted to silence the watchman by offering Rs50,000.
Police further added that CCTV footage and audio evidence support this claim. The case has raised concerns about security at Karachi jewellery markets, especially during late-night hours.
A special investigation team has been formed under DIG South Asad Raza. The team is working to trace the remaining absconding suspect involved in the robbery.
Officials said efforts are ongoing to recover the remaining stolen items. They also confirmed that more arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
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The incident has highlighted growing concerns over Karachi jewellery shop security and the need for stronger surveillance in commercial areas. Police have assured that strict action will be taken against all involved suspects.
