The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a resident of Ghotki for allegedly posing as an officer of the National Assembly Secretariat by using a forged appointment letter and falsely claiming to hold a government position.
According to a statement issued by the National Assembly Secretariat, the accused, identified as Abdul Wajid, was taken into custody following the directions of National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq after complaints from the public and reports circulating on social media.
Suspect Allegedly Claimed to Be a Grade-17 Officer
The Secretariat said Abdul Wajid falsely represented himself as a Grade-17 officer serving in the National Assembly Secretariat.
Officials stated that he allegedly used a fake appointment letter bearing the forged signature of the National Assembly Speaker to convince government departments, law enforcement agencies, and members of the public that he was a legitimate government employee.
According to the statement, the forged document had no legal or official status.
Allegedly Obtained Undue Privileges
The National Assembly Secretariat alleged that the accused used his false identity to obtain official protocol and other privileges to which he was not entitled.
It further claimed that he misled government officials and police authorities by presenting himself as a National Assembly officer.
The Secretariat also alleged that the suspect had been involved in harassing and pressuring members of the public while exploiting his claimed official position, prompting concerns among local residents.
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Secretariat Denies Any Employment Record
The National Assembly Secretariat categorically stated that Abdul Wajid has no affiliation whatsoever with the institution.
It said there is no record of his appointment or employment, emphasizing that the appointment letter in his possession was entirely fabricated.
Officials urged the public not to rely on unofficial documents claiming to originate from the Secretariat without proper verification.
Forgery Described as a Serious Offence
The Secretariat’s spokesperson described the preparation and use of forged documents carrying the Speaker’s signature, as well as impersonating a government official, as a serious criminal offence punishable under the law.
The statement added that legal action would be pursued against anyone involved in producing or using fake official documents, regardless of their status.
Public Advised to Verify Official Documents
The National Assembly Secretariat appealed to citizens and government departments to verify the authenticity of appointment letters, offer letters, and other official documents purportedly issued by the institution before accepting them as genuine.
It also encouraged members of the public to immediately report any suspected forged documents or attempts at impersonation to relevant law enforcement agencies, saying such cooperation would help prevent the misuse of government institutions’ names and protect the public from fraud.
