Sindh police, delivery service providers join hands against drug trafficking

To prevent the misuse of online delivery platforms for criminal purposes, Sindh Police and representatives from popular delivery and ride-hailing services have agreed on collective measures to curb the involvement of fake riders in illicit activities, including drug trafficking and street crimes.

The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South, Syed Asad Raza, who stated that the growing misuse of delivery networks by individuals posing as legitimate riders had raised serious concerns among law enforcement and service providers alike.

DIG Raza said that complaints from registered delivery riders played a key role in initiating this move, as delivery representatives reported that some individuals had been caught using counterfeit uniforms, helmets, and branded delivery bags to pose as authorised riders while engaging in illegal activities such as drug delivery.

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To tackle the issue, stakeholders have agreed to implement stronger security protocols. These include thorough background checks, stricter rider registration procedures, and regular security briefings to ensure compliance with legal and safety standards.

“The companies have assured law enforcement of their full cooperation in identifying and disabling accounts of unverified or suspicious riders,” DIG Raza added.

“Furthermore, they will monitor recurring suspicious orders from specific locations to help detect and disrupt criminal networks.”

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Authorities also plan to trace individuals using fake identities or impersonating company employees for illegal deliveries.

In March, Karachi police and heads of educational institutions agreed on a joint strategy to combat the growing threat of narcotics on campuses.

In May, the Islamabad High Court imposed a ban on direct courier and food deliveries to students in federal educational institutions after reports surfaced that drugs were being smuggled through such means.