In a significant development regarding the Mustafa Amir murder case, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has written to the Sindh Police, requesting clarification about the arrest of Armaghan, the prime suspect. The FIA is also set to record the statements of the police officers involved in the raid at Armaghan’s residence to ensure a thorough investigation.
Sources reveal that the FIA is collecting data on Armaghan and his associates, focusing on their potential criminal activities and links to organized crime networks. The agency aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis to leave no stone unturned in the investigation.
The murder of Mustafa Amir, a 23-year-old Karachi resident, has dominated news headlines. Mustafa was allegedly kidnapped on January 6, and the case gained widespread attention when Sindh Police held a press conference in early February. A few days later, Balochistan Police discovered a charred body in a torched vehicle, which was later identified as Mustafa’s by the Edhi Foundation.
On February 14, police officials revealed that Mustafa’s friends were allegedly involved in his abduction and murder. According to their investigation, the suspects stuffed Mustafa’s body into the trunk of his car and set it on fire in Balochistan’s Dureji area. Police arrested Sheraz Bukhari, a close associate of Armaghan, who reportedly provided information about the murder during his interrogation.
Armaghan, who is believed to have played a key role in the crime, was arrested after a dramatic four-hour standoff during a raid at his bungalow in Karachi’s DHA neighborhood. The arrest followed a ransom call in which the suspects allegedly demanded Rs 20 million from Mustafa’s family. During the raid, police recovered several laptops, and blood stains were found on a carpet inside the residence.
As the investigation unfolds, it has come to light that a woman might have been at the center of the conflict between Armaghan and Mustafa. Mustafa’s mother publicly accused the same woman of being responsible for her son’s death and claimed that the woman fled to the United States after the incident.
On February 15, an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Karachi granted police custody of Sheraz Bukhari until February 21. However, the police’s failure to obtain physical remand for Armaghan led to criticism, particularly from legal experts, who pointed out that the police had not initially sought physical remand in the FIR.
Additionally, three police officers were suspended on February 15 for their apparent negligence in handling the case. Police records show that Armaghan has a history of criminal activity, including involvement in extortion, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and illegal weapons possession.
When an Aaj News correspondent visited Armaghan’s residence, it was reported that the house contained a high-tech facility, which appeared to be a “software house.” Armaghan’s father, Kamran Qureshi, defended his son’s actions, claiming that Mustafa had been involved in drug dealing with Armaghan and accusing a police officer of being part of a broader conspiracy.
On February 17, a judicial magistrate approved the exhumation of Mustafa’s body for further examination. A medical panel was subsequently formed to conduct the analysis. On February 18, an ATC extended the physical remand of Armaghan for an additional four days, as authorities sought to gather more evidence, including a medical report.
The investigation revealed that Mustafa and Armaghan were childhood friends, a fact that was corroborated by Sheraz Bukhari during his interrogation. On February 20, Armaghan allegedly confessed to killing Mustafa, providing chilling details of the murder. He reportedly offered Mustafa a chance to escape before setting him on fire inside the car, which was found in Dureji.
On February 21, Kamran Qureshi appeared on a television talk show, claiming to have significant evidence regarding the case and suggesting that powerful individuals might be implicated. He stated, “I have plenty of evidence and will be the chief investigator of my son’s case. If this case continues, many big names will be revealed.”
On February 22, the ATC extended the physical remand of Armaghan and Sheraz for another five days. The investigating officer revealed that blood samples taken from Armaghan’s house had been linked to a woman identified only as ***a. The officer also informed the court about potential money laundering activities tied to Armaghan.
Furthermore, on February 24, police arrested four additional individuals, including the son of a television actor, in connection with the case. One of the suspects allegedly claimed to have sold drugs to Mustafa, according to police sources.
Initial DNA tests on the remains found in the Balochistan vehicle have confirmed that the charred body indeed belonged to Mustafa Amir. As the investigation continues, the case is expected to bring more details to light, and authorities remain determined to uncover the full extent of the crime and those involved.
