The police arrested a man who usurped the identity of an inspector of the Department of Terrorism (CTD) who used false equipment, a black car and social media videos to project a false image of authority and intimidate the public.
According to police from Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), the arrest took place near Khanna Bridge on the Islamabad motorway during the routine patrol by the ASI traffic police Ramzan.
The suspect, leading to the registration of BF-2421 vehicles, claimed to be a CTD officer and threatened the police with serious consequences, a police spokesman said on Sunday.
The agents have recovered a False uniform CTD, a blue rotating mermaid light, an iPhone 16 Pro Max, USB and other materials used to usurp the identity of the police.
A search of his phone revealed several videos of Tiktok and social media where he pretended to be a CTD officer making raids.
A more in -depth investigation confirmed that the man had no connection with a security agency and used the false identity to scare civilians and increase his popularity online by forming a false gang character.
Lohi Bher police, led by Sho Fawad Khalid, recorded a case under articles 170 and 171 of the Pakistan Criminal Code, as well as additional provisions for the identity and improper use of emergency equipment.
Police have warned that the usurpation of the usurpation of state officials and improper use of uniforms is a serious offense and would be treated strictly.
