Hub: Armed robbers targeted a mini petrol pump within the jurisdiction of Birot Police Station.
During the incident, the robbers looted Rs. 277,000 in cash, two mobile phones, and a 125-motorcycle parked at the pump before fleeing the scene.
According to the affected staff, the robbers held them hostage at gunpoint and carried out the robbery with ease, escaping without resistance.
Sources revealed that the petrol pump belongs to Sanaullah Mengal, a leader of the National Party.
Hub, Balochistan’s industrial and commercial hub near Karachi, has witnessed a concerning rise in criminal activities over the past five years.
Incidents of armed robberies, extortion, car and motorcycle snatching, and targeted attacks have been repeatedly reported, affecting both local residents and business owners.
Law enforcement agencies have acknowledged that the city’s growing population and its position as a key trade route have made it increasingly vulnerable to organized crime.
Police records and local reports suggest that despite several operations, crimes in Hub remain frequent, with petrol pumps, traders, and commuters among the primary targets.
Citizens have repeatedly demanded stricter policing, improved patrolling, and modern surveillance systems to curb the wave of insecurity.
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Security experts warn that unchecked crime in Hub could not only damage public confidence but also discourage industrial investment in the region.
