A recent report following the exhumation of Mustafa Amir, who was tragically murdered after going missing from Karachi’s Defence area, has shed new light on the investigation. The report, prepared by the University of Karachi’s Industrial Analytical Centre, confirms that there were no signs of drug use or poisoning in Mustafa Amir’s body.
The findings were based on samples collected from four different areas of the body, all of which showed no traces of intoxicants or harmful substances. The report has been officially signed by the Principal Investigator, Assistant Investigator, and Technical Manager, ensuring its authenticity.
Mustafa Amir, aged 23, disappeared from Karachi’s DHA on January 6. It took the police 39 days to confirm that he had been murdered, with his charred remains later found in Balochistan.
The investigation took a dramatic turn on February 8 when Armaghan, a close acquaintance of the victim, was arrested after a tense four-hour standoff with police. During the standoff, Armaghan opened fire on officers, injuring a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and a constable. Armaghan was eventually apprehended and linked to an alleged drug network, particularly involving the cannabis trade, which both he and Mustafa Amir were reportedly associated with.
The case led to a series of arrests, including that of Sarim Hasan, the son of actor Sajid Hasan, and multiple police officers under investigation for their roles in the case. Among them was Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Nadeem from the Gizri police, who was scrutinized for alleged connections to Armaghan. Authorities revealed that ASI Nadeem had been in contact with the suspect, claiming it was for investigation purposes. However, there were suspicions that the officer may have helped Armaghan avoid consequences in a previous case. Though ASI Nadeem was questioned and released, authorities have hinted at possible further inquiries.
In addition to this, three police officers were suspended and demoted for mishandling the case. The Sindh High Court (SHC) also made a significant ruling, declaring that the judicial remand of prime suspect Armaghan Qureshi and the formation of a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) were unlawful. The court also recommended stripping the administrative judge of anti-terrorism courts in Karachi of his powers, marking a rare and notable rebuke in this high-profile case.
As the investigation continues, authorities remain focused on uncovering all the details surrounding Mustafa Amir’s tragic death, while ensuring proper legal procedures are followed.
