Karachi police constable Asghar Ali was robbed of his uniform, a mobile phone and cash amounting to Rs 28,000 on 5 October 2026 while making his way home after completing a shift in the city’s Korangi district.
According to eyewitnesses, a group of unidentified individuals stopped the officer along his route, forced him to relinquish the items and fled the scene before any assistance could arrive. The stolen belongings included the officer’s official uniform, a personal smartphone and the cash he was carrying from his duty‑related expenses.
Senior officials of the Karachi Metropolitan Police condemned the brazen act and announced the opening of a formal investigation. A dedicated team has been tasked with tracing the perpetrators, and the department has said it will re‑evaluate patrol routes in the Korangi area to deter similar incidents. Police commanders have also urged their colleagues to remain alert when traveling off‑duty and to report any suspicious activity without delay.
The robbery adds to a growing pattern of attacks on law‑enforcement personnel in Pakistan’s largest metropolis, where officers have increasingly become targets of street crime, especially in densely populated neighborhoods. In recent years, Karachi has seen a rise in robberies and assaults that not only endanger individual officers but also undermine public confidence in the police’s ability to maintain order.
Loss of a police uniform is particularly concerning, as it can be misused for illegal purposes such as impersonating an officer to facilitate further crimes. The incident therefore highlights the broader security risks faced by both the police force and the communities they serve when official gear falls into the wrong hands.
The investigation is proceeding under the relevant provisions of the Pakistan Penal Code, with the aim of identifying and prosecuting those responsible. Authorities have appealed to residents of Korangi and surrounding districts to come forward with any information that could assist in the case, emphasizing that prompt public cooperation is essential for swift justice and for restoring safety on Karachi’s streets.