Punjab Police According to the latest data released by the provincial capital Lahore i Crimes The rate has fallen to a three-year low.
The Police Operations Wing has claimed from a comparative report of call data of Police Helpline 15 that this month November 2024 is the fourth consecutive month, when the trend of decreasing crime rate continues.
The report further claimed that an overall phenomenal reduction in the rate of various types of crimes has been recorded.
According to the report, during the last month (October), not a single vehicle was stolen at gunpoint from the largest city of Punjab, while last year, during the same month, there were 50 car theft incidents in Lahore and only 24 incidents in October 2024.
Car theft incidents in Lahore have decreased by 77% this month compared to October last year.
Similarly, there has been a reduction of 62% in the incidents of bike snatching at gunpoint. In October last year, 131 motorcycles were seized at gunpoint while in October 2024, 50 were confiscated.
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According to DIG Operations Lahore Faisal Kamran, the crime rate has been continuously reduced for the last three to four months and the police has developed various strategies.
He said: ‘We are identifying crime hotspot areas and criminals with advanced technology, keeping citizens safe by preventing criminals from committing crimes.’
According to former IG Punjab Police Chaudhry Muhammad Yaqoob: ‘Decreasing or increasing the crime rate is more related to the economic situation of the country, literacy rate and population control than the police performance. Of course, crimes can be controlled with the effective strategy of security institutions, but this cannot be a permanent solution.
Possible reasons for the decrease in crime
DIG Faisal Kamran said in a conversation with Independent Urdu that ‘different methods are being adopted to control the crimes. On the one hand, hot spot points have been established in places where the crime rate is high and bridges have been installed and police patrolling has been increased in the city.
Many incidents have also been prevented by citizens notifying the police in time during any incident. Police personnel played an important role in stopping crime by risking their lives during the day and night duty. In this case, the increase in human intelligence and appointment of officers on merit played a key role.
Policemen stand guard at a polling station during the general elections in Lahore on February 8, 2024 (AFP)
In this regard, former IG Punjab Chaudhry Muhammad Yaqub says that ‘according to the most important police order to control crimes, it is necessary to maintain the appointment of officers and SHOs for three years. No officer can ensure his better performance by frequent transfers as it is not an easy task to quickly check the crime patterns and criminals in the area. If an officer will be posted continuously, he will find it easier to know his subordinates and the environment around him and he will be able to perform better.’
The former IG said that ‘where the rate of crime is high, police patrols or hotspots are cordoned off so that incidents can be reduced, but this also has a disadvantage that crimes are committed elsewhere. may shift, so it is necessary to develop a coherent strategy that takes all aspects into consideration.’
He added that ‘the main issue with the deployment of competent officers in the police is that dealing with habitual criminals becomes a challenge. When the police catch the criminals, they get relief from the courts, so they start committing crimes again, so the police have to dispose of the habitual criminals extra-judicially. Many times, even on resistance during arrest, many criminals have to be killed in police encounters. Cleaning criminals in this way is against the law, but it is also necessary to eliminate criminals to prevent crimes.
A permanent solution to crime prevention
In response to this question, the former IG Punjab said that ‘in countries where crime is negligible, it is not that the performance of the police is very good or that the police have controlled crime, but the real reason is that there are no economic problems. Every citizen has ample opportunities for employment, education and health.
“When there is prosperity, there is less crime. Crime cannot be permanently controlled in countries or societies where there will be poverty, poverty, illiteracy, unrestrained population and unconscious compulsions.
He further said that ‘in countries like Pakistan, crimes arise due to fundamental problems and economic depression. Most of the criminals involved in the incidents of theft and robbery are forced to leave, even if there is no money for the treatment of their wives, children or parents, many criminals have been shown to follow this path.
He said that the two biggest reasons include education and employment. Where there are these problems, there is more crime, so until our economic and consciousness situation improves, crime cannot be completely and permanently controlled. Together with the police, our rulers and citizens will have to make our society peaceful.
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**Interview with DIG Operations Lahore Faisal Kamran on Recent Crime Trends in Lahore**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, DIG Faisal Kamran. Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today about the recent decline in crime rates in Lahore. To start, can you share some insights on how the Punjab Police has achieved such a significant reduction in crime over the past few months?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** Thank you for having me. I’m glad to discuss our strategies. Over the last three to four months, we’ve implemented a multifaceted approach to crime reduction. By using advanced technology and data analysis, we’ve identified crime hotspots and offenders. Increased police patrolling, community engagement, and timely reporting from citizens have also played critical roles in our success.
**Interviewer:** That’s impressive. You mentioned technology and data analysis. Can you elaborate on how those tools are being utilized to tackle crime?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** Certainly! We’ve been leveraging call data from our Police Helpline 15 to analyze trends and allocate resources effectively. By setting up police presence in areas with higher crime rates and utilizing tech for surveillance and monitoring, we’ve been able to deter crime before it happens. This proactive strategy has proven beneficial.
**Interviewer:** There has been a notable decrease in vehicle thefts and bike snatching incidents. What do you attribute this success to?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** The stats are encouraging. For instance, car theft at gunpoint has seen a 77% decrease compared to last year. This is largely due to our targeted operations in crime hotspots, along with increased public awareness and reporting. Our officers have been vigilant and responsive, which has made a substantial difference.
**Interviewer:** Former IG Punjab Police Chaudhry Muhammad Yaqoob mentioned the importance of socio-economic factors in crime statistics. What’s your perspective on this?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** I agree that economic conditions, literacy rates, and overall societal factors affect crime rates. While our efforts can lead to short-term reductions, a permanent solution requires addressing deeper social issues. Our strategies aren’t just about immediate responses; we aim to foster a safer society in the long run.
**Interviewer:** You touched on community engagement. How do citizens factor into your crime prevention strategies?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** Citizens are our eyes and ears. We encourage them to report suspicious activities and incidents promptly. Our collaboration with communities has prevented many crimes by enabling faster police responses. Engaging locals helps build trust and empowers them to be active participants in their safety.
**Interviewer:** what are some challenges the police face in maintaining these lower crime rates?
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** One significant challenge is dealing with habitual offenders. The justice system often provides them quick relief, which can perpetuate a cycle of crime. This is a complex issue that requires a balanced approach, ensuring that while we maintain law and order, we also operate within legal boundaries.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, DIG Kamran. It’s clear that while there are strides being made in crime reduction, there are still challenges ahead. We appreciate your insights into the Punjab Police’s efforts and strategies.
**DIG Faisal Kamran:** Thank you for having me. We will continue working diligently to ensure the safety of our citizens.
