Proclaimed offender arrested in Kohat for multi-million rupee fraud

KOHAT, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Jul, 2026) The City Police station successfully apprehended a proclaimed offender wanted in connection with multiple fraud cases involving millions of rupees, these were on the directives of DPO Kohat Shahbaz Elahi.

The operation was conducted by the City Police during a "Search and Strike" mission, in coordination with the District Special Branch staff.

The suspect, identified as Muhammad Bilal was taken into custody following the targeted operation.

According to police records, the accused was wanted by the City Police station in Case No. 302, dated May 5, 2025, registered under section 489-F, and Case No.

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122, dated February 17, 2026, registered under sections 489-F, 506, and 406.

Preliminary investigations reveal that the suspect allegedly deceived innocent citizens through various fraudulent schemes, embezzling millions of rupees.

Police sources further indicated that there are reports of the accused having obtained significant sums of money from several other individuals as well.

Following his arrest, the suspect has been transferred to the City Police station, where a dedicated investigation team is currently interrogating him. Authorities stated that further legal action will be initiated based on the findings of the ongoing probe.

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