Karachi police have arrested three suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of Dr. Akash Kumar, a house officer at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), who was killed during a robbery near Teen Talwar on Monday. South Zone police confirmed the arrests on Wednesday, stating that the suspects—identified as Suresh, Ram Chand, and Anil—allegedly tracked the doctor from a bank before intercepting his vehicle.
Investigation and Arrest Details
The arrests followed a pursuit in the Defence area on Tuesday night, during which officers seized three pistols, mobile phones, and a white Suzuki Alto bearing fake registration plates. According to South Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Asad Raza, police utilized over 100 CCTV files to identify the suspects. DIG Raza noted that one suspect was recently released on bail, another was currently facing trial in a case, and the third was an absconder.
Investigators stated that the suspects confessed to the murder during initial interrogations. They alleged that an accomplice inside the first bank monitored Dr. Akash as he withdrew cash, alerting the gang to his appearance and the amount he was carrying. The suspects then intercepted the vehicle as it arrived at a second bank, where one gunman opened the car door and fired at the doctor.
Did You Know? The suspects arrested by police are reportedly from Daharki, Thul, and Naushahro Feroze, but have been residing in Karachi for a considerable amount of time.
Legal Proceedings and Community Impact
A First Information Report (FIR) was registered at the Frere Hall Police Station on the complaint of the victim’s cousin, Sanjay Kumar. The FIR invokes Sections 34, 397, and 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code. The complainant reported that the group was traveling to a second bank when two motorcycles blocked their path, leading to the fatal confrontation.
The killing has drawn sharp criticism from the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA), which cited the incident as evidence of deteriorating law and order in the city. Doctors at JPMC held protests in response to the violence.
Crime Statistics and Official Response
During a joint press briefing, Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) DIG Muqaddas Haider and DIG Raza addressed concerns regarding city-wide crime levels. DIG Haider reported that 30 cases of robbery with murder have been recorded so far this year, which he characterized as a 37% decline compared to the 48 cases reported during the first seven months of 2025.
Officials stated that raids are currently underway to apprehend the remaining members of the gang. Authorities anticipate further arrests as they continue to investigate the internal bank connections involved in the robbery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the circumstances of the robbery?
According to the police, Dr. Akash had withdrawn Rs5 million from a bank. He was carrying Rs2 million in a white envelope when his vehicle was intercepted by four suspects on two motorcycles near a second bank, leading to the fatal shooting.
How did the police identify the suspects?
Police collected and reviewed more than 100 CCTV files from various locations to track the suspects. This surveillance work led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the three men in the Defence area.
What is the status of the investigation into the gang?
Police have confirmed that the arrested individuals belong to a gang involved in robberies and street crimes across Karachi. While three suspects are in custody, police stated that raids are ongoing to capture the remaining accomplices.
How will the identified security gaps at financial institutions be addressed to prevent future targeting of bank customers?
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