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Inmate Tahir Naveed Polka who escaped Malir Jail recaptured in Karachi
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- Add ARY News on Google AAResize KARACHI: A prisoner who escaped from Malir Jail in Karachi earlier this month has been recaptured after five days, police said on Thursday.
- The inmate had escaped from Malir Jail on May 9, 2026, during a special event held inside the prison to mark the anniversary of Marka-e-Haq.
- Tahir Naveed Polka had been shifted to Malir Jail in connection with kidnapping and murder case of a trader Rehan.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize KARACHI: A prisoner who escaped from Malir Jail in Karachi earlier this month has been recaptured after five days, police said on Thursday.
According to Malir Police spokesperson, Syed Tahir Naveed alias “Polka” was arrested near Landhi Railway Station during a joint operation carried out by a federal intelligence agency team, Shah Latif police, and jail police officials.
The inmate had escaped from Malir Jail on May 9, 2026, during a special event held inside the prison to mark the anniversary of Marka-e-Haq. Police said the suspect managed to flee by mingling with guests attending the ceremony.
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