Rawalpindi: Authorities have launched an investigation after a convicted prisoner escaped from police custody while receiving medical treatment at Benazir Bhutto Hospital in Rawalpindi, raising concerns about security procedures during inmate transfers.
According to Beyond Time News, the inmate, identified as Jamil, was serving a prison sentence in a narcotics case and had been brought from Adiala Jail to the hospital for treatment when he managed to flee.
Prisoner Escapes During Hospital Visit
Police sources said the prisoner was under police supervision at Benazir Bhutto Hospital when the escape occurred.
Jamil had been transferred from Adiala Jail for medical care. During his stay at the hospital, he allegedly escaped from the premises with assistance from unidentified individuals.
The incident prompted an immediate response from law enforcement authorities, who have begun efforts to trace and arrest the escaped inmate.
Case Registered Against Police Personnel
Following the escape, police registered a case at Waris Khan Police Station.
The First Information Report (FIR) names Assistant Sub-Inspector Imran and Constable Qamar Ali, who were responsible for guarding the prisoner at the time of the incident.
Authorities are investigating whether negligence or security lapses contributed to the inmate’s escape.
FIR Reveals Details of Escape Plan
According to the FIR, unidentified individuals allegedly removed the prisoner from the hospital ward in a wheelchair.
Investigators believe the suspects then escorted him to a vehicle outside the hospital. The report states that Jamil’s son, Adnan, and another unidentified person allegedly helped him enter the vehicle before leaving the area.
Police are examining surveillance footage and gathering evidence to identify everyone involved in the escape.
Convicted in Drug Trafficking Case
Jamil had been arrested in a drug trafficking case registered by the Punjab Counter Narcotics Force last year.
Following legal proceedings, a court found him guilty and sentenced him to nine years in prison. Authorities later transferred him to Adiala Jail to serve his sentence.
Officials moved him to Benazir Bhutto Hospital for medical treatment before the escape took place.
Search Operation Underway
Law enforcement agencies have launched a search operation to locate the escaped prisoner and arrest those suspected of assisting him.
Investigators are also reviewing hospital security arrangements and prisoner transfer procedures to determine how the inmate managed to evade custody.
The incident has highlighted the importance of strict security measures when transporting and treating convicted prisoners outside correctional facilities.
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Authorities Review Security Procedures
Prisoner transfers for medical treatment require close coordination between jail authorities, police personnel, and hospital administration. Security experts say such movements carry additional risks and demand enhanced monitoring.
Officials are expected to review existing protocols following the escape to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not yet announced any arrests linked to the alleged escape plan.
FAQs
Who is the prisoner who escaped from custody?
The inmate has been identified as Jamil, a convicted prisoner serving a nine-year sentence in a narcotics case.
Where did the escape occur?
The incident took place at Benazir Bhutto Hospital in Rawalpindi, where the prisoner had been taken for medical treatment.
Which police officers were named in the FIR?
Assistant Sub-Inspector Imran and Constable Qamar Ali were named in the case registered after the escape.
How did the prisoner allegedly escape?
According to the FIR, unidentified individuals took him from the ward in a wheelchair and helped him leave in a vehicle with the assistance of his son and another person.
What action have authorities taken?
Police have registered a case, launched a search operation, and started an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape.
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