10,589 power thieves held in four months

LAHORE:Lahore police have apprehended 10,589 power thieves this year. According to a statement released by the Lahore Police spokesman, some 8,732 cases have been filed against individuals involved in electricity theft.

Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Bilal Siddique Kamyana emphasised the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards those who damage national resources, stressing that no leniency will be shown to offenders.

He affirmed that ongoing, indiscriminate operations against electricity theft are being carried out citywide. The CCPO has directed local police officers to provide full support to relevant authorities in ensuring that offenders are held accountable.

He urged the force to intensify efforts in locating and apprehending wanted individuals involved in electricity theft and to ensure that all cases are followed up effectively to their logical conclusion.

In a statement, Kamyana also reiterated the Lahore Police’s commitment to combating crime around the clock and called on citizens to promptly report any incidents of electricity theft to the police and other concerned authorities.