Massive Oil Theft Uncovered in Rawalpindi, Over Rs250 Million Stolen

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Authorities in Rawalpindi have uncovered a massive oil theft case, with over Rs250 million worth of crude oil stolen from the Pakistan Oilfields Limited (POL) supply pipeline in the Dhamial area. The suspects allegedly tampered with the pipeline and dug a tunnel from a house in Ranial to access the underground pipeline, storing the stolen oil in two large storage tanks before transporting it away in tankers. The theft was exposed when a dumper truck and a motorcycle caught fire inside the premises.

Key Takeaways:

  • The case involves crude oil theft worth over Rs250 million from the Pakistan Oilfields Limited (POL) supply pipeline in Rawalpindi's Dhamial area.
  • The suspects allegedly tampered with the pipeline and dug a tunnel from a house in Ranial to access the underground pipeline.
  • Two large storage tanks were built inside the house where the stolen oil was stored before being transported in tankers.
  • The police have recovered crude oil, a high-pressure underground pipe, equipment, two national identity cards, a pistol, and other evidence.
  • The suspected individuals include house owner Sher Khan, his son Fazal Sher, Shrafat Ali, Muhammad Bilal, Muhammad Wajid, and other unidentified accomplices.
  • Initial investigations revealed that around 12,821 barrels of crude oil had been stolen so far.
  • The police have registered a case and launched a search for the suspects, with raids underway and confidence expressed that the suspects will be arrested soon.
  • The theft was reported to be supplied via pipeline from Pind Fateh to Morgah for Attock Refinery.

Statistics:

  • Rs250 million worth of crude oil stolen from the Pakistan Oilfields Limited (POL) supply pipeline.
  • 12,821 barrels of crude oil stolen so far (based on initial investigations).
  • 2 large storage tanks built inside the house where the stolen oil was stored.
  • 1 high-pressure underground pipe recovered by the police.
  • 2 national identity cards recovered by the police.
  • 1 pistol recovered by the police.
  • 1 dumper truck and 1 motorcycle caught fire inside the premises of the house.

Sources:

  • [Rawalpindi police](https://...).