Railway police successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle counterfeit currency from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Punjab via the Khyber Mail train, arresting the suspect at Peshawar Cantt Station.

Smuggler Caught with Fake Notes

According to railway police officials, a suspect identified as Amir Khan was apprehended in a suspicious state while boarding the Khyber Mail train. Upon inspection, officers discovered counterfeit currency worth PKR 50,000 in his possession.

Suspect and Investigation

The arrested suspect is a resident of Multan and was traveling from Peshawar to Multan with the fake notes. A case has been registered against him at Peshawar Cantt Railway Police Station, and further investigation is underway to determine the source and network involved in this illegal activity.

Strict Action Against Currency Smuggling

Railway authorities have reinforced strict monitoring at major train stations to curb illegal activities, including currency smuggling, drug trafficking, and other financial crimes. The police have warned that such operations will continue to prevent criminal networks from exploiting railway services for illicit purposes.

Conclusion

This incident highlights the growing vigilance of railway security forces in tackling financial crimes. Authorities are expected to further tighten security checks to ensure that the railway network is not misused for smuggling counterfeit currency or other illegal activities.