KARACHI, Oct 05 (APP): The Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of Karachi Police killed an alleged key operative of wanted extortionist Samad Kathiawari in an encounter in the Saleh Muhammad Goth area within the limits of Shah Latif police station.
According to an SIU spokesperson on Monday, an exchange of fire took place during the operation, in which the suspect sustained injuries and later succumbed to them.
The deceased was identified as Dilshad Khurram alias Babloo. He was an alleged key operative of Samad Kathiawari and worked as his shooter.
A pistol along with rounds was recovered from his possession.
The spokesperson said the suspect was allegedly involved in several recent extortion incidents, including firing at builders in Paposh Nagar, Brigade and other areas. He had also allegedly played an important role in running Samad Kathiawari’s extortion network in Karachi in the past.
Cases have been registered at the SIU police station against the deceased, while further investigation is underway.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
