In a rather unusual incident, police in Rawalpindi have registered an FIR over the theft of naswar (a type of chewing tobacco) worth just Rs 300. The case occurred within the jurisdiction of Racecourse Police Station, where a citizen called Rescue 15 to report the theft of 10 packets of naswar.
According to police sources, ASI Sarfraz Ali formally recorded the complaint at the station after the call was received. The complainant stated that the stolen items held an approximate value of Rs 300.
In response, the police initiated legal proceedings and registered a proper case. Investigations are now underway to track down the naswar thief.
The incident quickly gained attention on social media, where many users reacted with humor, calling the case “bizarre but hilarious.” Others, however, appreciated the police’s action, viewing it as a positive example of equal justice—where even minor complaints are acknowledged and acted upon.
Legal experts and citizens alike noted that while the value of the stolen goods was low, the decision to register a case aligns with the principle that every citizen’s complaint deserves to be heard, regardless of its scale.
In Pakistan, it is not uncommon for FIRs to be filed over seemingly minor issues. Law enforcement agencies argue that such actions reinforce public trust in the system and uphold the rule of law, no matter how small the grievance.
This case may be minor in monetary terms—but its symbolic importance is much greater.
