Suspected human trafficker arrested in Balochistan

This representational image shows that hands of a person hanging from behind bars, — AFP/ File
This representational image shows that hands of a person hanging from behind bars, — AFP/ File

QUETTA: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a man suspected to be involved in human trafficking of Afghan nationals.

The arrest of Sanaullah by FIA is part of the agency’s intensified operations against elements involved in human trafficking in Balochistan. Acting on intelligence reports, FIA officials conducted a raid at Western Bypass area of the provincial capital and arrested Sanaullah for his alleged involvement in Afghan nationals’ smuggling.

The suspect is part of an organised human trafficking network.

Two mobile phones were also recovered from the possession of the suspect and preliminary investigation revealed his contacts with other human traffickers via Whatsapp.

Published in Dawn, April 25th, 2026

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