Karachi (HRNW) – The Investigation District Keamari, South Zone Karachi, has arrested a Pakistan Ports Authority/Karachi Port Trust (KPT) employee allegedly involved in deceiving citizens by promising government jobs and collecting millions of rupees through fraudulent means.
According to the investigation team of KPT Police Station, a large number of alleged fake documents, including appointment letters, service cards, medical letters, identity cards, and other official-looking documents, were recovered from the possession of the arrested suspect.
Police stated that initially a case of forgery was registered at KPT Police Station against a person named Muhammad Saad, after he allegedly arrived at KPT carrying fake appointment letters and other suspicious documents.
During the investigation, authorities allegedly discovered that a KPT employee was involved in the fraud scheme. The employee was subsequently nominated in the case and arrested. Police identified the arrested suspect as Faraz Asif Khan, who is reportedly working as a clerk at KPT.
According to investigators, questioning of the arrested suspect has revealed important details, indicating the possible involvement of an organized network allegedly deceiving citizens by promising government employment in exchange for large sums of money.
The operation was conducted by Inspector Nadeem Akbar, SIO KPT Police Station, along with his team. Police stated that further investigation is underway, affected individuals are being identified, and raids are being conducted to arrest other alleged members of the network.
The SSP Investigation Keamari stated that the investigation is continuing to identify all individuals allegedly involved in the fraud and bring them before the law.
Human Rights Perspective
Human Rights News Worldwide (HRNW) emphasizes that fraud schemes involving false employment promises not only constitute criminal offences but also violate citizens’ economic rights, dignity, and access to fair opportunities.
Deception in the name of government employment damages public trust in institutions and exploits vulnerable job seekers. Authorities have a responsibility to conduct transparent investigations, provide legal protection and assistance to affected individuals, and ensure that those responsible are held accountable through due legal process.
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⚠️ Important Note (Disclaimer)
This report is based on a press release issued by Karachi Police and available information. The case is under investigation, and no person should be considered guilty before a final judgment by a competent court of law. All individuals retain their legal rights, including the right to a fair trial and legal defence. HRNW’s mission is to promote awareness of human rights, the rule of law, citizens’ rights, transparent investigations, and responsible journalism. This report is not affiliated with, nor previously published on, HRNW (hrnww.com).
