Karachi, May 15, 2025 – The Regional Tax Office-1 (RTO-1) Karachi has uncovered a major scam involving fake and flying invoices, exposing tax fraud worth billions of rupees.
In a press release issued on Thursday, RTO-1 Karachi confirmed that it had launched a major operation against fraudulent invoicing practices. During this crackdown, the RTO-1 Karachi team arrested a key suspect named Shahzad from the Frère Road area. Initial investigations suggest that more than a dozen businesses are involved in this widespread fraud.
Shahzad was produced before the Special Court of Customs, Taxation, and Anti-Smuggling, which granted a three-day physical remand for further questioning. Authorities believe that with more interrogation, more names involved in the racket will be revealed and the actual amount of tax loss to the national exchequer will be determined.
RTO-1 Karachi officials have reiterated their resolve to take strong action against tax fraud and ensure that all those involved are held accountable. The department stated that this operation is part of a broader national plan to crack down on tax-related crimes and ensure transparency in business practices.
This latest move by RTO-1 Karachi highlights the growing efforts by tax authorities to fight corruption and protect government revenues. Officials emphasized that similar actions will be carried out in the future to target other criminal networks engaged in tax evasion.
RTO-1 Karachi has once again demonstrated its commitment to enforcing tax laws and cleaning up the system by going after individuals and businesses involved in fake and flying invoicing. The crackdown is a significant step towards restoring public trust and ensuring fair tax collection across the country.
The public is encouraged to report any suspicious tax activities to RTO-1 Karachi. Citizens’ cooperation is vital to stopping such fraudulent practices and building a transparent, accountable tax system for the nation’s economic stability.