Karachi middle class most affected by street crimes: report

KARACHI: Street crimes, including robberies and murders, have continued to plague Karachi throughout the month of September.

According to data compiled by the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC), the city saw a grim tally of 207 vehicle thefts, 5,399 motorcycle snatchings, and 2,464 mobile phone robberies during the month. 62 lives were also lost to violent crimes during the same period.

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Of particular concern is the revelation from the CPLC report that motorcycle thefts in September reached a 30-day high, painting a disturbing picture of escalating criminal activities. The middle class appears to be bearing the brunt of these street crimes, as they are disproportionately targeted for motorcycle and mobile phone theft.