Police Uncover International Drug Network Run by “Pinky”
Police have dismantled a major international drug network allegedly operated by a woman identified as Anmol, also known as “Pinky.” According to Karachi Police Chief Azad Khan, the network’s operations extend to Lahore and involve several African nationals. Pinky was arrested in Karachi while in possession of a large quantity of cocaine. A subsequent raid on her flat uncovered an additional stash of drugs. From a recovered phone containing 800 contacts, investigators are now tracing a wider network estimated to include over 300 individuals. Authorities have also identified financial transactions worth Rs. 5 crore in a single bank account connected to the operation. Key alleged associates, including Rana Nasir, Rana Akram, and Pinky’s brother, Shakir, are being placed on the Exit Control List (ECL) to prevent them from fleeing the country. The case has also been a subject of debate in the Sindh Assembly.
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Updated: 10:10 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
Authorities have placed an additional suspect, Rana Karam, on the Exit Control List. The police chief has now stated that as many as 20 women are involved in the ring, with investigations also pointing to African nationals residing in Lahore. In the Sindh Assembly, the opposition has formally called for a comprehensive investigation to expose the entire group.
Updated: 9:40 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
A forensic analysis of a phone call has identified 169 associated numbers, 122 of which are based in Karachi. One of the key suspects placed on the Exit Control List has been identified as Shahida Rani Nasir. Karachi police are now preparing to brief the media on the case.
Updated: 3:47 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
Police confirmed the network’s operations extended to Rawalpindi and utilized a supply chain of riders and carriers following the suspect’s arrest in Karachi’s Garden area. Authorities have also requested to place her two ex-husbands on the Exit Control List. During a related debate, the opposition leader in the Sindh Assembly demanded drug tests for all members.
Updated: 3:22 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
Four key accomplices, including the suspect’s brothers, have now been placed on the Exit Control List. Investigators also revealed that hundreds of high-profile names were discovered among the contacts recovered from her phone.
