Karachi cybercrime raid: 13 arrested over alleged pornographic animation and blackmail network

Authorities in Karachi have arrested 13 suspects over alleged involvement in producing and selling pornographic animated content and blackmailing customers following a raid by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in the city’s Gulistan-e-Johar area.

Authorities in Karachi have arrested 13 suspects over alleged involvement in producing and selling pornographic animated content and blackmailing customers following a raid by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in the city’s Gulistan-e-Johar area.

According to a report published by Jang on October 24, 2026 investigators detained 42 people during the operation. Of those detained 13 were formally arrested and subsequently presented before a court which granted police custody for further investigation.

NCCIA Additional Director Tariq Nawaz told Geo News by telephone that the raid took place two days before the report was published. The operation targeted a location where authorities suspected animated pornographic material was being produced.

According to the official, the arrested suspects allegedly created social media accounts using fabricated female identities and uploaded pornographic animated clips to those accounts. The material was reportedly offered for sale to customers through an organised network.

Investigators said some buyers allegedly purchased content that had already been produced while others requested customised material according to their preferences. Authorities are examining the activities of those involved in creating distributing and selling the content.

The investigation has also uncovered allegations that customers were blackmailed after receiving the material. Officials are working to establish how the alleged scheme operated and whether additional individuals were involved in threatening buyers or exploiting the content for financial gain.

The agency is reportedly tracing both domestic and international customers in an effort to identify other people connected to the suspected network. Investigators are also examining the wider scope of the operation and the possible involvement of additional participants.

The arrests form part of an ongoing investigation into alleged cybercrime activities in Karachi. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of all suspects or provided complete details about the evidence recovered during the raid.

The case highlights concerns about the misuse of social media accounts online content distribution and digital platforms for alleged extortion. The investigation is expected to establish the extent of the network and determine the legal responsibility of those accused.

The allegations against the arrested individuals remain subject to the ongoing legal process.