Prominent social activist Sarim Burney was arrested upon his arrival in Karachi from the United States, facing serious charges of human trafficking, reported 24NewsHD TV channel Wednesday
According to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Burney has been under surveillance for a considerable time, accused of illegally sending children to the United States.
Burney's legal team, led by lawyer Qadir Hussain, quickly arrived at the FIA office following his arrest. Hussain stated, "We have received information that he has been arrested on his return from America. We have arrived here, but we are not being allowed to meet him."
He added that they were preparing to file a petition against the FIA in the High Court.
Burney's wife, Alia Sarim, expressed shock and disbelief at the allegations.
"Sarim has been doing this work for 30 years. The allegations made are surprising and unfounded," she said.
Alia suggested that the accusations were part of a conspiracy against her husband, emphasizing his long-standing commitment to social work through the shelter home he has been running for thirty years.
"There is no case, only allegations," Alia stated. "If I say anything more, it will defame Pakistan. My husband has been accused of a heinous crime, but this is a conspiracy. People committing such a crime do not travel in economy class." She firmly defended her husband's innocence, questioning the basis of the charges.
Reporter: Khurshid Rahmani