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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has successfully dismantled a major visa fraud and migrant smuggling network. This operation, executed by the Anti-Human Trafficking Circle, marks a significant victory against illegal overseas travel schemes.
Acting on actionable intelligence provided directly by the US Embassy, the FIA launched a targeted raid. Consequently, authorities arrested two key suspects, Tahir Shehbaz and Rab Nawaz. Investigators allege that these individuals played a central role in sending Pakistani citizens abroad using counterfeit documentation.
The investigation uncovered a dangerous plot. The gang attempted to smuggle 12 Pakistani citizens into the United States using fraudulent visas. This revelation highlights the sophisticated methods traffickers now use to bypass immigration protocols. By intercepting this attempt, the FIA has prevented potential exploitation and legal crises for the victims involved.
The crackdown is far from over. The FIA confirmed that investigations are currently active. Furthermore, efforts are underway to apprehend two additional accomplices linked to this specific network.
According to an FIA spokesperson, this raid is part of a broader, intensified effort to dismantle human trafficking and visa fraud rings operating within the country. More raids are planned as the agency digs deeper into the network’s operations.
Authorities have issued a stern warning to the public. Citizens must remain cautious of illegal visa schemes that promise easy entry into countries like the US. The FIA advises everyone to report suspicious activities immediately to help prevent others from falling victim to these organised human trafficking rings. The agency remains committed to protecting Pakistanis from fraud and exploitation abroad.
