The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) has sealed a restaurant belonging to Ahmed Bhardey, a partner of Mir Raza, in Karachi’s Nazimabad area, according to JIT sources. A personal pistol belonging to Bhardey was recovered during a search of the premises, the sources said.
The weapon has been sent for forensic examination, and the team has also seized the restaurant’s records. The sources said the pistol was found during the search operation.
JIT meeting records father’s statement
The first meeting of the JIT, formed to investigate the murder of Mir Raza Ali, concluded after five hours. It was chaired by DIG Irfan Baloch and attended by representatives of various security agencies. Participants reviewed the Judicial Commission’s report and the evidence collected so far.
During the meeting, a detailed statement was recorded from Mir Raza Ali’s father, who is also the complainant. Advocate Jibran Nasir called for a thorough investigation into the role of the SHO of Ferozabad Police Station and other individuals allegedly linked to the case. The statement highlighted alleged negligence by certain police officers.
Nasir raises concerns over police officers and inquiry
Speaking to the media after the meeting, Nasir said all concerns had been presented to the JIT and that Mir Raza’s family was ready to appear whenever required. He said letters would be sent on Monday to the Establishment Division and the Chief Minister of Sindh, and he expressed hope for significant progress within the next two weeks.
Nasir also raised concerns about a separate committee formed to investigate certain police officers. He said 10 to 15 days had passed without any information on its progress. He added that the officers concerned had neither been removed from their positions nor had earlier concerns shared with the inquiry committee been taken seriously.
