The fuel shortage has rendered most patrol vehicles inactive, leaving large areas of Quetta without regular police presence. Each police station is currently allocated only two litres of fuel daily for patrol duties, which has effectively halted routine policing across the city. Residents have reported an increase in street crime and are worried about the police's ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.
OTHERPublished 24 Apr 2026 • Published 21h ago
Quetta Police Fuel Shortage Halting Patrols Amid Rising Crime
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On April 23, 2026, Quetta's police patrols are severely disrupted due to a critical fuel shortage, with each police station receiving only 70 litres of fuel for an entire month, barely enough for four days of operation. This has raised concerns among residents about rising crime rates and delayed emergency responses.
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