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Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) and the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of Karachi Police have conducted a joint operation against an alleged extortion gang in Jamshed Town, Karachi.
According to a Rangers press release issued on November 5, 2026, one key alleged member of the Samad Kathiawari group was killed during an exchange of fire. Two suspected extortionists were also arrested in injured condition.
The deceased suspect was identified as Zohan alias Sanwal. The arrested suspects were identified as Hassan alias Murghi Wala and Hussain alias Moni. Security personnel also recovered weapons and ammunition from their possession.
Rangers described the operation as the third major action against the alleged extortion network since October 24, 2026.
According to the press release, unidentified members of the Samad Kathiawari group opened fire at Memon Mall Shopping Plaza in Malir on October 2, 2026.
The incident resulted in the death of security guard Ali Raza, while another guard sustained injuries. Police registered a case at Malir City Police Station.
The same group allegedly targeted a building under construction by Jumani Builders on Nishter Road in Garden on October 28.
One worker was killed and two others were injured in that shooting. Police registered a case at Soldier Bazaar Police Station.
Following these incidents, law enforcement agencies formed a joint investigation team. The team examined the crime scenes, reviewed CCTV footage and used intelligence sources to identify the suspected individuals.
Investigators received information about the suspects’ presence in Jamshed Town near Bagh-e-Jinnah.
The joint team subsequently conducted a raid at the location. According to Rangers, the suspects opened fire on the law enforcement personnel.
The team returned fire, killing one suspect and arresting two others in injured condition.
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During questioning, the arrested suspects allegedly confessed to participating in the October 2 shooting at Memon Mall alongside Zohan alias Sanwal.
They reportedly told investigators that Samad Kathiawari had ordered the attack because the business had refused to pay extortion money.
Rangers also stated that CCTV footage clearly showed the suspects.
The arrested suspects allegedly disclosed that Samad Kathiawari arranged weapons for shooting operations on September 15, 2026.
According to their statements, an unidentified associate delivered one 9mm pistol and 50 rounds of ammunition to them in the Hussainabad area.
The suspects also allegedly provided Samad Kathiawari with information about businesses and buildings under construction in different parts of Karachi.
Investigators believe the information was intended to identify potential extortion targets.
The suspects reportedly planned to open fire at buildings and other locations to spread fear if business owners refused to pay.
Rangers said raids were underway to arrest the remaining members of the alleged network.
Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) appealed to citizens to report individuals involved in extortion activities.
People can share information through the following channels:
Rangers assured the public that the identity of informants would remain confidential.
