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Two arrested in money laundering, land fraud case

April 19, 2026
A representational handcuffs image. — Reuters/File
A representational handcuffs image. — Reuters/File

The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Anti-Money Laundering Circle Karachi has arrested two suspects in connection with a Rs10 million fraud and money laundering case, officials said on Saturday.

According to FIA officials, the suspects are Saleem Jokhio and Fayyaz Ahmed Dahar, who are alleged to have defrauded a citizen of Rs10 million through a fake land purchase and sale deal.

The officials said that during initial investigations, the illicit funds were transferred through multiple bank accounts, indicating a clear pattern of money laundering. They further stated that prime suspect Saleem Jokhio is a habitual offender with a criminal background and is also wanted in cases involving murder and attempted murder.