Bahawalpur — In a rare and decisive move, the entire 19-member staff of Lodhran Saddar Police Station, including its Station House Officer (SHO), has been suspended on charges of corruption after a complaint accused them of accepting bribes to release suspects in a solar panels theft case.
Lodhran District Police Officer (DPO) retired Capt. Ali Bin Tariq acted swiftly on the complaint, placing all officers under suspension and initiating a formal inquiry. The step sends a strong message against any compromise on law enforcement integrity in the district.
Highlights
- Suspended staff includes SHO Faiz Raan, Sub-Inspectors Khursheed Ghalloo and Amir Haider Shah, ASIs Shehzad Mayo and Saeed Bhatti, Naib Moharrars Imtiaz Ahmed and Huma, Constables Sajjad and Muhammad Asghar, plus 10 other officials.
- Allegation: Police freed suspects involved in solar panels theft after receiving bribes.
- DPO Ali Bin Tariq appointed Aamir Nadeem Gujjar as new SHO and tasked SP Investigation with conducting the inquiry.
- SHO Faiz Raan and two others transferred to Police Lines pending probe, according to DPO’s PRO Farman Ali Cheema.
- Action underscores Punjab Police’s zero-tolerance stance on misconduct, aiming to restore public trust in local stations.
Swift Suspension Follows Corruption Complaint
The complaint reached the DPO’s office detailing how officers allegedly let the accused walk free in exchange for money — a betrayal that strikes at the heart of policing duties. For residents of Lodhran, who rely on their local thana for justice, such incidents erode confidence and make everyday safety feel uncertain.
Retired Capt. Ali Bin Tariq, known for his firm approach to crime control in the district, didn’t hesitate: suspension came immediately, followed by charge-sheeting and an independent inquiry. This isn’t just administrative — it’s a clear effort to hold every rank accountable and prevent similar lapses.
What’s Next in the Lodhran Police Inquiry
The inquiry by SP Investigation will examine evidence, statements, and records to determine the full extent of any wrongdoing. Depending on findings, further departmental action or legal proceedings could follow.
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Meanwhile, the new team at Lodhran Saddar takes charge, with expectations high that normal operations resume without delay. This crackdown reflects Punjab’s broader push to strengthen accountability within law enforcement, ensuring stations serve the people rather than shield the corrupt — a step that could rebuild faith in the system for communities long frustrated by such reports.
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