"KU forensic lab boosts conviction rate by 11% in Sindh"
IV Report
KARACHI: The Sindh Forensic DNA and Serology Laboratory (SFDL) at the University of Karachi has revolutionised crime solving, increasing convictions by 11% and resolving around 8,000 DNA and serology cases since its establishment in 2019.
At a training ceremony on "Utility of
Forensic DNA in Disaster Management and the Criminal Justice System," experts
highlighted SFDL's impact.
ICCBS Director Prof Dr Farzana Shaheen
welcomed representatives from the armed forces, Sindh Police, law enforcement
agencies, rescue services, medico-legal and prosecution departments to the
training session.
"The specialised training aims to equip participants with essential strategies and tools," Dr Shaheen said, adding that SFDL excels in both routine DNA forensics and cutting-edge research.
Police Surgeon Dr Summaiya Syed attributed the increase (4% to 15%) in convictions to to SFDL's high-quality forensic reports. "SFDL plays a vital role in solving sexual violence cases, with DNA evidence crucial in such cases," Dr Syed emphasised.
Dr Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan, SFDL in-charge,
presented the lab's progress, stressing its commitment to staying updated with
forensic DNA advancements.
Amir Hasan, Director of CPLC's Shanakht
project, called for inter-institutional coordination to enhance the criminal
justice system.
The event featured a panel discussion with AIG
Investigation Zulfiqar Ali Mehar, Dr Summaiya Syed, Amir Hasan, and Dr Ishtiaq
Ahmad Khan.
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