PkRevenue.com – Sarim Burney, a well-known social activist and chairman of the Sarim Burney Welfare Trust, was arrested by the Anti-Human Trafficking Police upon his arrival in Karachi from the United States.
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) confirmed that Sarim Burney faces serious allegations of human trafficking and has been under their surveillance for an extended period.
According to FIA sources, Sarim Burney was apprehended in a coordinated operation between the FIA and a US agency, immediately after he landed at Karachi Airport. This joint operation reflects the gravity of the charges against Burney and the extensive international cooperation involved in his case.
The FIA’s Anti-Human Trafficking Team has taken Sarim Burney into custody, and a legal team promptly arrived at the FIA office to confer with him. The allegations against Sarim Burney mark a dramatic turn for the entrepreneur and social activist, whose organization has been known for its efforts in aiding the underprivileged, including children and women victims of various societal issues.
Sarim Burney is the founder and chairman of the Sarim Burney Welfare Trust, a non-profit organization dedicated to humanitarian efforts. Since its establishment, the trust has been instrumental in providing support and assistance to many impoverished individuals and victims of social injustices.
This arrest comes amidst an intensified crackdown by the FIA on human trafficking across Pakistan. The agency has been actively pursuing and apprehending individuals involved in such illegal activities. Recently, the FIA conducted an operation in Karachi that led to the arrest of nine human smugglers, including a senior government officer. These individuals were allegedly involved in issuing fake educational certificates to students, facilitating their illegal migration under false pretenses.
The FIA spokesperson emphasized the agency’s commitment to rooting out human trafficking networks and bringing perpetrators to justice. The arrest of Sarim Burney highlights the ongoing efforts and challenges in combating human trafficking within and beyond Pakistan’s borders. As the legal proceedings unfold, the case will undoubtedly draw significant attention given Burney’s prominent social standing and the serious nature of the allegations against him.
