LAHORE, May 15 — The Punjab Police are moving to take custody of a notorious drug dealer named Anmol, better known as “Pinky,” following her recent arrest in Karachi. While Pinky is currently being held by Sindh Police, investigators in Lahore have uncovered three old criminal cases against her and her brothers dating back to 2019. The move comes as a major scandal hits the Punjab Police; reports suggest that several officers took bribes, including a house and a luxury truck, to avoid arresting her in the past. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has called for a full report on why she was allowed to stay free for so long.
Pakistan: Anmol alias Pinky, identified as the head of a major narcotics gang, confessed to operating a large-scale drug network based primarily in Karachi, using intercity buses to transport drugs covertly from Lahore and other cities.
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Quick Facts
- Anmol, alias Pinky, was arrested in Karachi after a video of her court appearance went viral.
- She is accused of running a large drug network stretching from Lahore to Karachi.
- In 2022, she allegedly tried to run over police officers while smuggling cocaine and heroin in an SUV.
- Punjab Police admit she was named in three cases but was never caught due to “lapses” by officers.
- A retired police official is accused of receiving a house and a vehicle from her as a bribe.
- Special police teams are being formed to bring her from Karachi to Lahore for questioning.
This case has also shed light on the dangerous methods used by drug gangs in Pakistan. Pinky and her brothers, Nasir and Riaz Baloch, allegedly used high-end vehicles to smuggle heavy drugs like cocaine and heroin into residential colonies. While some reports linked her to the international “Jordan Gang,” top police officials have denied this, stating she ran her own local operation. The investigation is now a high-priority test for the Punjab government to clean up corruption within the police force and break the back of organized drug trade in the province.
A Warning for Parents: Protecting Our Neighborhoods
The rise of high-profile dealers like Pinky is a stark reminder that drug abuse is a growing threat in our cities. These networks often hide in plain sight, using ordinary-looking houses or luxury cars to distribute harmful substances. Parents and residents must remain alert to their surroundings. If you notice unusual activity, such as expensive cars frequently visiting a home at odd hours or strangers loitering near schools, do not ignore it. Keeping an eye on your children’s social circles and having open conversations about the dangers of “party drugs” is the first step in keeping our homes and communities safe.
