ISLAMABAD: Five armed men allegedly robbed Chinese nationals at their residence in Islamabad’s G-10/4 sector, escaping with around Rs8 million in cash and other valuables, according to the complaint registered with Ramna Police Station.
According to the complaint, one of the suspects was wearing a police uniform while the group presented themselves as government officials. The suspects allegedly entered the residence and held the occupants and staff at gunpoint.
The robbers reportedly kept the security guards, driver and translator confined in a room for around one and a half hours while searching the house. They allegedly took Rs2.3 million belonging to Gao Tan, also known as Lady, and Rs5.7 million belonging to her friend Li Yichao, along with other documents and a digital video recorder (DVR).
The suspects allegedly threatened the occupants and fled the premises after locking them inside the room.
Ramna Police have registered a case and launched an investigation. Police have collected evidence from the scene and are examining CCTV footage to identify and arrest the suspects.
The investigation is continuing, while police are working to recover the stolen cash and other property and determine the identities and whereabouts of those involved.