🚨 Lahore Police Smash Fake Taxi Gang

Lahore Police Bust Fake Online Taxi Gang – Four Arrested in High-Tech Operation

Lahore – In a major breakthrough against cyber-enabled street crime, Lahore Police, in collaboration with the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA), have arrested a four-member gang accused of looting citizens through fake ride-hailing applications.

According to police sources, the gang was operating a well-planned scam by posing as legitimate taxi drivers on counterfeit ride-booking apps to target unsuspecting passengers.

High-Tech Tracking Leads to Swift Arrests

The latest incident occurred on Jail Road, where a citizen booked a ride through what he believed to be a genuine online taxi service. Shortly after boarding, the suspects fled with valuables worth millions of rupees.

The victim immediately dialed the 15 Police Emergency Helpline, prompting PSCA’s virtual patrolling officers to spring into action. Using the city’s AI-powered surveillance network and advanced camera tracking, authorities traced the suspects’ vehicle and monitored their movements in real time.

This intelligence was relayed instantly to Lahore Police, who launched a targeted operation and apprehended all four suspects within hours.

Seizure of Stolen Goods and Fake Equipment

During the raid, police recovered:

• Multiple vehicles

• Luxury goods and stolen valuables

• Firearms

• Over 200 SIM cards allegedly used in fraudulent activities

Initial investigations revealed that the gang had been involved in multiple similar incidents, exploiting unsuspecting passengers across Lahore.

Public Safety Advisory

A PSCA spokesperson strongly urged citizens to use only verified and reputable ride-hailing platforms and to avoid downloading or booking rides from unverified sources. The spokesperson emphasized that sticking to official apps can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to such scams.

This latest bust highlights the increasing use of technology in modern policing and the importance of public awareness in combating cyber-facilitated crimes.