Bahria Town Chairman Malik Riaz has received a threatening email demanding an extortion payment of 50 Bitcoin, equivalent to Rs1.42 billion. The email, sent on January 12, included death threats for Malik Riaz and his family if the payment was not made.
The email raised immediate concerns, as it not only demanded a large sum but also threatened the safety of Riaz’s loved ones. The sender, though claiming to be from Switzerland, appeared to be operating from Pakistan, as further developments suggested. The investigation into the matter is still ongoing, and authorities are working to confirm the origin of the threat.
Bahria Town Management Takes Action
Upon receiving the email, Khalilur Rehman, Vice Chief Executive of Bahria Town, took swift action and approached Abpara Police Station to file a complaint. He reported that Malik Riaz had been threatened with the demand for Bitcoin. The police were informed that if the extortion amount was not paid, Riaz and his family would be harmed.
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The case is being treated seriously, and police have opened an investigation. Rehman’s application emphasized the need for urgent action due to the gravity of the threats posed to Malik Riaz and his family.
Suspicious Activity Near Malik Riaz’s Residence
In a concerning turn of events, on January 27, a suspected individual was seen near the residence of Malik Riaz’s daughter, which is also the house where Riaz resides. At 11:15 am, the individual was spotted riding a motorcycle outside the house. The person appeared to be conducting surveillance, taking pictures of the house. This raised fears of a potential escalation in the threats.
The sighting of the suspected individual further intensified the already tense situation. The authorities are investigating this incident as part of the ongoing probe into the extortion case.
Threatening Email’s Origin Still Under Investigation
While the email’s sender appeared to be based in Switzerland according to the email ID, the circumstances of the case suggest the possibility that the threat originated from within Pakistan. The police are looking into these discrepancies to uncover the truth behind the origin of the threatening message.
Authorities are working to trace the identity of the person responsible for sending the email and carrying out the surveillance around Malik Riaz’s home. The police have assured that the case is being handled with full seriousness and priority.
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