Police produced alleged drug peddler Anmol alias Pinky without handcuffs at a court in Karachi, sparking criticism and an inquiry into the violation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Police produced alleged drug peddler Anmol alias Pinky without handcuffs before a judicial magistrate in Karachi on May 12, 2026. According to police, Pinky was arrested in the Garden area of the city and is a highly wanted suspect who has absconded from 10 different cases. Weapon, cocaine, and other drugs worth around Rs1.5 million were recovered from her custody, with evidence suggesting she operated a drug supply network in Karachi.
The judicial magistrate sent Pinky to jail on judicial remand after hearing both sides of the case. The incident sparked large-scale criticism on social media platforms, particularly regarding the special treatment given to the suspect. A video showing Pinky walking without handcuffs while being escorted by police officials at the court premises quickly gained traction and drew public attention.
Karachi Additional Inspector General of Police (AIG) Azad Khan took notice of the SOP violation after the video surfaced. He launched an inquiry into the matter, emphasizing that violations of law and SOPs would not be tolerated. The spokesperson stated that all officers and personnel of Karachi police are bound by rules and regulations.
Sindh Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho also expressed concern over the incident and ordered a detailed report from the Karachi AIG. He directed the immediate suspension of the investigation officer and staff found guilty of negligence, as well as the formation of an investigation committee comprising senior officers to ensure a transparent probe into the matter.
Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar vowed strict action against those found guilty and directed authorities to conduct a transparent investigation. He emphasized that such acts are unacceptable under any circumstances and warned that misuse of authority would not be tolerated by the Sindh government, which will not compromise on the rule of law.
Later in the night, authorities handed over the inquiry to the SSP South while suspending SHO Garden Police Station Hanif Sial, Investigation Officer Saeed Ahmed, and SIU Inspector Zafar Iqbal. The minister stressed that accountability must be maintained, and those responsible for violating SOPs would face legal consequences.
The incident has raised questions about the standard operating procedures followed by law enforcement agencies in handling high-profile cases involving drug peddlers. It also highlights the importance of adhering to established protocols to maintain public trust in the justice system.
