Looters Caught Stealing From Flood Victims’ Homes in Jalalpur Pirwala

JALALPUR PIRWALA, September 11, 2025 — Residents of flood-hit Jalalpur Pirwala intercepted two private boatmen accused of looting valuables from evacuated homes, handing them over to police after confronting them during rescue efforts.

Witnesses said the men were caught red-handed while stealing household items, prompting an angry response from residents who restrained and beat them before turning them in. Locals, already grappling with widespread destruction, described the incident as a “double tragedy,” highlighting the desperation faced by victims struggling to protect what remains of their possessions.

Authorities confirmed the arrests and assured strict legal action against the suspects, saying such acts would not be tolerated in communities already devastated by disaster.