Policeman Charged for Allegedly Assisting Woman Prisoner Escape in Islamabad

News Desk

ISLAMABAD: A police official has been booked for allegedly aiding a convicted woman prisoner in her escape from custody at the district courts’ parking area in Islamabad.

The incident occurred shortly after the woman, along with several beggars, was taken into custody by the Mujahid Squad on November 10.

According to police reports, the group of beggars was subsequently transferred to the Women Police Station for legal proceedings. Following a court hearing, the magistrate sentenced them to 60 days in prison.

The police team, consisting of a lady Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), a lady constable, and a police driver, was responsible for transporting the prisoners to court and later to Adiala Jail.

The escape raises serious concerns about security protocols within the police force, particularly regarding the handling of female prisoners.

Authorities are now under pressure to investigate the circumstances surrounding the escape and ensure accountability within the ranks of the police.

In the wake of this incident, police officials have stated that an internal investigation will be launched to determine the extent of the police driver’s involvement and whether any additional personnel were complicit in the escape.

Further developments are expected as the investigation unfolds.