More than 70 dealers tied to ‘Cocaine Queen’ network exposed

KARACHI: A narcotics investigation in Karachi has widened into what investigators describe as one of the city’s biggest suspected online drug trafficking operations, with more than 70 alleged dealers identified across the metropolis and Anmol alias Pinky, also known as the so-called Cocaine Queen, emerging as a central figure, according to information obtained during the inquiry.

The reported network is said to rely on social media platforms, mobile phones and WhatsApp for drug sales, with investigators preparing a detailed list of suspected online dealers active in all seven districts of Karachi. The list, according to the information gathered in the probe, had been compiled before Pinky’s arrest and also included her name.

District-wise spread of suspected network

Investigators say Pinky was allegedly operating a large online drug network mainly in the jurisdiction of Darakhshan police station in District South. The district-wise breakdown in the list shows 45 suspected online drug dealers in District South, three in District City, two in District Malir, five in District West, four in District East, four in District Keamari and seven in District Central.

The inquiry has also pointed to the alleged involvement of women in the online narcotics trade. Within the limits of Saddar police station, a woman identified as Samira alias Baby is reported to be running a major online drug network. In the SITE-A area of District Keamari, two other women, Lal Jan and Mehrunnisa alias Bebel, are also suspected of involvement in drug trafficking.

Supplies and delivery operations under scrutiny

The investigation suggests the operation extends beyond Karachi, with individuals from other provinces also allegedly involved in supplying drugs including ice, crystal meth and cannabis. These substances were reportedly being supplied to educational institutions, including schools, colleges and universities.

Police have also obtained details of 35 riders allegedly connected to the delivery side of the network. Of these, 10 are said to be from Punjab, while 25 are linked to local operations in Karachi.

Financial trail and alleged police links

During the investigation, Pinky was also questioned about alleged connections between the drug network and certain police personnel. According to the information under review, a list of 12 police officials who allegedly received bribes from her has been compiled and is being examined.

Investigators further found that Pinky allegedly used a bank account belonging to a man identified as Samir, along with several benami accounts, for financial transactions. Around Rs900,000 were reportedly withdrawn from one of those accounts a few days earlier, according to the findings cited in the probe.

The case has brought renewed attention to the use of digital platforms in suspected narcotics distribution in Karachi, as investigators continue to examine the scale of the network, its financial channels and the people allegedly involved in its operations.