LAHORE: A high-profile narcotics investigation involving Anmol alias “Pinky” and her former husband Nasser has uncovered what police describe as an extensive drug trafficking network allegedly operating across multiple cities in Pakistan.
According to investigators, the alleged operation initially began in Lahore, where Nasser and his brothers reportedly started business activities by running guest houses before moving into liquor-related trade. Police claim the group later expanded into cocaine trafficking with the help of close associates, including friends and relatives.
Investigators alleged that Nasser eventually trained his then-wife Anmol, commonly known as “Pinky,” in handling drug-related operations. Police believe the couple later became involved in supplying cocaine in Lahore, Karachi and other cities, significantly expanding the alleged network’s reach.
Authorities said the network later shifted part of its operations to Karachi as the accused attempted to broaden their activities. Police records indicate that several individuals, including family members and associates, may have played key roles in the alleged trafficking structure.
In another major development, investigators claimed that Pinky divorced Nasser in 2021 following advice allegedly given by a former police inspector identified as Rana Akram. Officials said different aspects of the case are still under investigation and more revelations may surface in the coming days.
The case took another dramatic turn when Pinky was presented before a judicial magistrate in Karachi’s South district. During court proceedings, she alleged that she had been tortured, falsely implicated and pressured to name other individuals during interrogation.
“I have been beaten. False cases have been registered against me,” the suspect told the court while claiming she had been held for nearly 20 days before formally being handed over to police authorities.
Pinky further alleged that narcotics were planted on her and claimed investigators were forcing her to mention names suggested by them. The magistrate, however, clarified that no confessional statement was being recorded at that stage and assured the suspect that she would not face harassment inside the courtroom.
The investigating officer informed the court that multiple narcotics cases had been registered against the suspect and claimed recoveries were made based on information allegedly provided by her. Police also told the court that bank records linked to the suspect reflected transactions worth approximately Rs300 million.
Authorities said investigations are continuing into possible financial links, associates and wider distribution channels connected to the alleged drug network. Police added that raids and intelligence-based operations are ongoing in Karachi and other cities.
Earlier, Karachi police also recommended placing four individuals allegedly linked to the case on Pakistan’s Provisional National Identification List (PNIL) as part of broader efforts to track suspects connected to the expanding narcotics investigation.
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