Lahore: Inspector General of Police Punjab Abdul Kareem presided over a meeting focused on the investigation and prosecution of heinous crime cases, including those involving sexual abuse and violence against women and children, at the Central Police Office. The gathering reviewed progress in these investigations, along with challan submissions, underscoring the importance of timely justice as part of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s Safe Punjab Vision.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, IG Punjab stressed the importance of resolving cases related to crimes against women and children promptly. He issued directives to police officers to ensure the swift handling of heinous crime cases, such as murder and kidnapping. District Police Officers (DPOs) were instructed to update regional data on challans and proclaimed offenders from 2024 onwards on the Police Record Management System by November 15.

IG Punjab also emphasized the need for DPOs to personally review First Information Reports (FIRs) in serious crime cases and called for an enhanced role for Sub-Divisional Police Officers (SDPOs) and Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) Legal. He instructed investigation officers to be well-prepared with all necessary documentation before court appearances. The meeting also addressed strategies to improve coordination between investigation officers and prosecutors, with Regional Police Officers (RPOs) tasked with setting targets for better investigation and challan processes.

A clear message was conveyed by IG Punjab that strict accountability measures would remain in place for any officers involved in corruption, abuse of authority, or code of conduct violations. The meeting included participation from various senior police officials, with additional IG South Punjab and several regional officers joining via video link.