Afghan man caught in Balakot for attempted schoolgirl abduction.

Balakot Police Arrest Afghan National in Kidnapping Attempt; Oghi Residents Demand Office Relocation

Key Developments:

1. Afghan National Arrested for Kidnapping Attempt

   • Balakot police arrested Abdul Qadeer, an Afghan national, for attempting to kidnap a first-grade schoolgirl on her way to school.

   • The girl cried for help, alerting locals, who chased the suspect before police intervened.

   • A rapid police operation sealed exit points, leading to Qadeer’s arrest within two hours from Shawal.

   • Investigation reveals the suspect was already wanted for multiple crimes in Pakhwal, Mansehra.

2. Notorious Criminal Bala Gujjar Apprehended

   • Police also arrested Mohammad Iqbal (alias Bala Gujjar), a wanted criminal involved in murder, kidnapping, and extortion cases.

   • He had been previously detained but resumed criminal activities after release.

3. Public Safety Warning

   • DSP Saddaqat Nisar urged parents to remain vigilant about children’s safety, especially near schools and streets.

Oghi Residents Demand Relocation of Education Office

• Teachers & locals protested the inaccessible location of the Sub-Divisional Education Officer (Female) office in Oghi.

• Key Issues Raised:

  • Female teachers face long, costly commutes (up to Rs. 200 travel cost for simple tasks).

  • Social restrictions make it difficult for women to travel alone to the remote office.

  • Authorities have ignored repeated requests despite paying rent for the current building.

• Threat of Protest: Locals warned of street demonstrations if the office is not shifted closer to the city.

Police Reforms in Oghi

• DSP Waheed Khan directed investigation officers to ensure thorough probes in criminal cases.

• Emphasized strong FIR drafting to prevent suspects from exploiting legal loopholes.

• Security Alert: The kidnapping attempt highlights growing concerns over cross-border criminal activities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

• Administrative Neglect: The education office issue reflects poor governance, burdening female teachers with unnecessary hardships.

• Police Accountability: DSP Khan’s push for better investigations aims to curb criminal impunity in the region.