ISLAMABAD – Islamabad Capital Territory Police (ICT-P) has warned thecitizens to be aware of new crooks and robbers active in the Capital andavoid giving lift to any stranger or a lonely girl on desolate highways androads at night.
An official public service message released by ICT-P has exhorted thecitizens to remain vigilant while driving late night or in the wee hours.“In case you encounter any young woman standing alone and seeking lift orfind lying in a state of unconsciousness by the road then you should notstop for help. Simply pass by her and call 15 to report her location to thepolice”, said the message.
A police official told APP that it was a new tactic of robbers, operatingsystematically with the help of a girl to loot people travelling late atnight on empty roads and highways in some forest areas.
He said the police force was closely monitoring the situation and wouldarrest the culprits without any delay. However, it is necessary forcitizens to inform police well in time about the miscreants to avoid anymajor loss or incident.