ISLAMABAD: The officer incharge of Khanna police station was suspended by DIG (Operations) Syed Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari for poor performance.

According to a statement issued by a police public relations officer on Sunday, during a snap visit to the CIA, investigation wing and Khanna police station, the DIG reviewed their performance and checked the records, Roznamcha, front desk, record room, lockup, investigation officers’ rooms and residential barracks.

He told the officials that inappropriate behaviour toward citizens will not be tolerated under any circumstances. He directed the police officials to utilise all available resources for the facilitation of citizens.

“Effective steps should be taken immediately for the prevention of serious crimes, apprehension of accused and recovery of stolen goods and efforts should be accelerated for the prevention of car theft and the recovery of stolen vehicles,” he said.

DIG directs officials to utilise all available resources to facilitate citizens

No effort will be spared in providing relief to the citizens. Professional officers will be appointed in the investigation wing, the DIG said, adding protection of life and property of citizens was among the top priorities of police.

While chairing a meeting regarding crime prevention, Mr Bukhari directed all police officials to maintain high vigilance to eradicate crime and ensure an effective crackdown against criminals.

During the meeting, the performance of all police stations was reviewed, and officers were directed not to compromise on professionalism.

They were given a two-day deadline to improve performance and another meeting will be held afterwards where penalties will be imposed for any shortcomings.

It was decided that Dolphin Squad, mobile patrol vans and checkposts under the supervision of SDPOs will be mobilised. Strict actions will be taken against bribery, misconduct and mistreatment of citizens.

It was informed that a WhatsApp number had been provided for complaints about corruption, misconduct and inappropriate behaviour. Citizens’ complaints will be directly addressed and action will be taken. Overstepping authority will not be tolerated.

A weekly crime assessment meeting will be held and penalties will be imposed for any negligence.

It was also decided that stringent actions will be taken against kite flying, aerial firing, one-wheeling and those involved in motorbike thefts. Effective strategies will be implemented to combat crime and apprehend criminals.

Officials were directed to arrest professional beggars and their accomplices and prosecute them. They were also told to expedite the process of filing challans in cases under investigation and their submission to courts.

Published in Dawn, April 1st, 2024