The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) has launched a comprehensive fact-finding Motorway Police inquiry. This probe targets several officials accused of showing undue leniency to a prominent television anchor, Mansoor Ali Khan, who was reportedly caught overspeeding on the motorway. The incident has drawn significant departmental and public attention.

Allegations Spark Motorway Police Inquiry

The controversy stems from an incident on February 28, when a motorway patrol team conducted speed checks near Chakri Interchange 310 around 5:30 pm. Officials detected a vehicle, bearing registration BQB-79, traveling at 166 kilometers per hour, significantly exceeding the legal speed limit.

Patrol officers, including Inspector Police Waseem Murtaza and Sub-Inspector Saadat Hassan, initially signaled the vehicle to stop, but it allegedly continued. Inspector Police Faraz Mehdi later intercepted the car near Islamabad, identifying the driver as Mansoor Ali Khan, with Inspector Azhar Latif also arriving at the scene.

Despite the clear overspeeding violation, Mr. Khan was reportedly permitted to leave without receiving a challan or facing any official enforcement action. This alleged leniency within the department quickly raised concerns, escalating into a formal inquiry after the details went viral on social media last week.

Formal Probe Initiated Amid Public Scrutiny

Following the public outcry, Mr. Khan reportedly contacted Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, alleging a “character assassination” campaign against him. He asserted his innocence and described himself as a law-abiding citizen.

Subsequently, a senior Interior Ministry official contacted the Inspector General of the Motorway Police, seeking clarification. This communication prompted NHMP leadership to immediately order a formal fact-finding Motorway Police inquiry into the conduct of the involved officers.

The inquiry aims to determine whether standard enforcement procedures were violated and why no ticket or legal action was taken despite the recorded speed infraction. Investigators will meticulously examine the sequence of events, from the initial interception to the alleged decision to release the driver without penalty.

NHMP rules stipulate that driving at 166 km/h constitutes an offense, making the driver liable for a fine and potentially a First Information Report (FIR). Furthermore, sources indicate that the vehicle's number plate was not registered with the Excise Department. The findings of this crucial inquiry are anticipated by the NHMP high command in the coming days.

When contacted, Mr. Khan confirmed his interception by NHMP at the Islamabad toll plaza. However, he stated he was unaware of any ongoing inquiry against the officials, maintaining that they allowed him to depart.

He expressed willingness to pay any fine if a traffic rule violation is established. Regarding the unregistered number plate, Mr. Khan explained that technical issues prevented registration despite him submitting all necessary documents, expressing hope for its swift completion.

Reference: Dawn - Home