A Karachi court on Friday heard the case of Anmol alias Pinky, an accused alleged to be involved in running a drug network, after she was produced following the completion of her earlier three-day physical remand.
During the hearing, police requested an extension in physical custody, arguing that further investigation was required to trace the broader network and financial links. However, the defence opposed the request, calling the proceedings flawed.
Allegations of illegal custody and torture
In court, Pinky claimed that she had been in custody for around 22 to 23 days in total and said she was initially “picked up” from Lahore by police officials.
She alleged that she was held for approximately 15 days before being shifted to Karachi. Pinky further told the court that she had been subjected to torture during custody.
She also suggested that her former husband was behind the case, though the court questioned the basis of this claim.
Court questions procedure
The court raised concerns over investigative procedures and questioned the investigating officer about documentation related to the arrest. The officer reportedly stated that relevant records were available in a police mobile unit, which drew criticism from the judge regarding the quality of investigation.
The defence counsel argued that the accused was not produced on the scheduled date and alleged that she had been moved across different locations during custody, raising concerns about due process.
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Investigation claims and police position
The investigating officer informed the court that financial transactions worth millions of rupees had been traced during the investigation. He added that the accused’s national identity card had been blocked and that mobile SIMs registered under other individuals were allegedly used in the network.
Police also stated that two additional suspects had been arrested, while efforts were ongoing to apprehend other members of the alleged drug supply chain.
Courtroom tensions during appearance
During the hearing, female police officers attempted to cover Pinky’s face while presenting her in court. However, she repeatedly removed the covering and tried to speak out during proceedings.
She was also heard protesting loudly in court, stating that she was unable to breathe and objecting to the face covering.
Next steps in the case
The court has reserved its decision on the police request for an extension in physical remand. Further proceedings are expected as investigators continue to build their case and examine the alleged drug network.
The case remains under active judicial and police scrutiny amid competing claims from both sides regarding custody, investigation practices, and evidence collection.
