ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Capital Police held a crucial meeting this week, led by Deputy Inspector General Muhammad Jawad Tariq, to address the city’s escalating crime rate and devise strategies for effective law enforcement. Senior police officials, including the Senior Superintendent of Police Investigation, zonal Superintendents of Police, and Sub-Divisional Police Officers, were in attendance.

In the meeting, the performance of all attending officers was thoroughly assessed. DIG Tariq emphasized the urgency of tackling the rising crime trend, directing that individuals involved in serious offenses be swiftly apprehended and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

He instructed officers to ensure the prompt arrest of absconders and to complete investigations with strict adherence to merit. He further stressed the importance of submitting challans backed by strong evidence to secure convictions.

The meeting also focused on enhancing the effectiveness of police patrols and taking indiscriminate action against unauthorized arms displays and land grabbing activities.

DIG Tariq called for the arrest of proclaimed offenders and the implementation of effective grievance redressal systems at police stations to prioritize citizens’ complaints. He announced that regular progress review meetings would occur in all zones.

There were stern warnings issued against police misconduct, with directives for immediate action against officers involved in bribery, corruption, or other forms of misconduct. DIG Tariq made it clear that misuse of authority would not be tolerated.

Efforts to dismantle organized criminal networks were also discussed, with instructions to arrest associates and facilitators of criminal gangs. Enhanced measures were urged to curb motorcycle and car thefts, focusing on arrests and recoveries.

A special emphasis was placed on eliminating drug peddling, especially around educational institutions, with comprehensive strategies to pressure drug dealers and criminal elements.

The DIG ordered action against professional beggars and their facilitators, mandating the registration of First Information Reports. Swift submission of pending legal documents to courts and improvement in investigation quality were also stressed.

All officers were urged to maintain discipline and remain committed to protecting citizens, with warnings that any negligence would result in strict departmental action.