Sukhan police bust hazardous animal oil factory

The Sukhan police have uncovered an alleged illegal operation involving the production of hazardous oil from the remains of dead animals

The Sukhan police have uncovered an alleged illegal operation involving the production of hazardous oil from the remains of dead animals, arresting a suspect during a late-night raid on a warehouse in the area.

According to police officials, the operation was launched after authorities received information that a man was processing animal fat and bones to extract oil in a vacant plot near a coal warehouse. Acting on the tip-off, a police team led by ASI Ghulam Qadir raided the location at approximately 1:30am on June 12 during a routine anti-crime patrol.

During the raid, police allegedly found the suspect, identified as Waqar, engaged in melting animal fat to produce oil. He was arrested on the spot, while officers recovered a plastic container containing the suspected oil along with other materials believed to have been used in the process.

Authorities stated that the oil produced from the remains of dead animals could pose serious health risks if used for human consumption or other purposes. The recovered items were taken into custody as evidence, and the premises were sealed for further examination.

A case was registered by Sukhan police on behalf of the state under Sections 269, 270, and 337-J of the Pakistan Penal Code, which relate to negligent and malicious acts likely to spread infection and actions harmful to public health.

The incident had already sparked widespread concern after a video from the compound circulated on social media. The footage reportedly showed animal carcasses, large heaps of bones, and a massive cauldron allegedly used to melt animal fat and process it into oil.

Following the public outcry, officials from the Sindh Food Authority visited the site to inspect the premises and assess possible violations of food safety regulations.