LAHORE: Lahore Police have arrested two police personnel following allegations that they extorted money from citizens after accusing them of objectionable relations, according to DIG Operations Faisal Kamran.
Police identified the arrested personnel as Qasim and Tahir, while efforts are underway to arrest a third suspect, Younis.
Police Personnel Arrested Over Alleged Extortion
According to the complaint and FIR, the accused allegedly obtained money from citizens after making allegations against them. The complainant further alleged that when the money was demanded back, the suspects resorted to aerial f-i-r-i-n-g before leaving the scene.
Case Registered Against Three Suspects
A case has been registered against Qasim, Younis and Tahir under provisions relating to alleged extortion, aerial f-i-r-i-n-g and the Police Order. The allegations remain subject to investigation and legal proceedings.
DIG Says Misuse of Authority Will Not Be Tolerated
DIG Operations Faisal Kamran said misuse of authority and harassment of citizens would not be tolerated and that action would be taken against police personnel in accordance with the law.
He added that protecting citizens’ dignity, lives and property remained a fundamental responsibility of the police.
