LANDIKOTAL: The Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Peshawar Dr Mian Saeed Ahmad has ordered the dismissal of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Adnan Afridi, former Station House Officer (SHO) of Landikotal Police Station in Khyber district, following a departmental inquiry into allegations of facilitating smuggling and receiving bribes. According to an official order issued, ASI Adnan Afridi was accused of facilitating the concealment, recovery and illegal release of smuggled goods hidden in secret compartments of trucks travelling along the Torkham border road. Ashrafuddin Pirzada
The charges alleged that he received illegal payments ranging from Rs50,000 to Rs100,000 per consignment in exchange for facilitating the release of the seized goods to the concerned individuals.
The departmental inquiry also alleged that unclaimed smuggled goods were transported to his residence with the assistance of other police personnel and subsequently handed over to the owners in return for illegal financial benefits.
The order further mentioned alleged WhatsApp communications between individuals involved in organised crime and police personnel to facilitate the release of seized goods, including during night hours, in exchange for payments.
Adnan Afridi was suspended on September 15, 2026 and subsequently issued a charge sheet on September 17.The Commandant of the CPC, University Campus Peshawar, was appointed as the inquiry officer to investigate the allegations.
Following completion of the inquiry, the inquiry officer recommended a major departmental penalty, including removal from service.
After reviewing the inquiry report and relevant records, the CCPO Peshawar, exercising his authority as the competent authority, ordered Adnan Afridi’s immediate removal from service.
The dismissal order, numbered 7154-58/PA/CCP, was issued on November 11, 2026.
The action was taken under the police department’s internal disciplinary proceedings.
