Robbers loot night cricket team in Karachi’s Manzoor Colony

KARACHI: A group of armed robbers looted a cricket team playing a night match in Karachi’s Manzoor Colony, snatching mobile phones and cash from the players and subjecting some of them to physical violence.

The robbery took place late Monday night when the players were busy playing a match in the neighbourhood. According to details, three unidentified suspects arrived at the location and held the entire team at gunpoint.

The suspects reportedly threatened the players and collected their mobile phones and cash. They also assaulted some of the boys during the robbery, creating panic among those present at the ground.

The armed men managed to escape from the scene shortly after committing the crime.

Meanwhile, CCTV footage of the incident has emerged, showing the suspects carrying out the robbery. The footage is expected to assist investigators in identifying and tracking down those involved.

Police officials said they were using CCTV recordings to trace the suspects and gather evidence related to the incident.

The robbery has raised concerns over the security of residents and young people in Karachi, particularly those taking part in recreational activities at night. Further investigation into the incident is underway.