LAHORE: A suspect allegedly involved in multiple criminal activities while wearing a police uniform has been arrested with the help of advanced technology deployed by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA).

The suspect was identified through Safe City’s AI-based facial recognition system, which also helped reveal his involvement in multiple criminal incidents.

According to details, the suspect allegedly committed a motorcycle theft in the Garden Town area. Upon receiving information, PSCA’s virtual patrolling officer initiated the suspect’s tracking through smart surveillance cameras.

The suspect allegedly used a police uniform during different criminal activities and posed as a police officer. The Safe City team shared all relevant evidence with the police authorities concerned. Based on the information and digital evidence provided by the Safe City, the police apprehended the suspect.

A PSCA spokesperson said the use of AI-based facial recognition and smart surveillance cameras was making identification and tracking of criminals increasingly effective.

Published in Dawn, September 3rd, 2026