PESHAWAR – Official data paints a grim picture of the security landscape in the provincial capital, with Peshawar crime statistics 2025 revealing a significant spike in homicides, terrorism-related incidents, and street crimes.
Despite police efforts, the year was marked by a series of violent conflicts and a sharp rise in property crimes, leaving the citizenry demanding more effective law enforcement.
Fatalities and Violent Crimes
The annual report released by the Peshawar Police confirms that personal enmities, land disputes, and domestic conflicts claimed the lives of 586 individuals, including women and children, throughout the year.
The violence extended to law enforcement as well, with the police force coming under fire in 283 separate attacks. Additionally, the city recorded:
- 860 cases of attempted murder.
- 746 reports of injuries sustained during brawls and physical altercations.
- 728 cases registered under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) and Section 506 (criminal intimidation).
Skyrocketing Street Crime and Property Theft
Peshawar faced a wave of robberies and thefts in 2025, with a staggering 1,559 combined incidents of theft, dacoity, and vehicle snatching. The breakdown of property crimes highlights the vulnerability of commuters and residents:
| Crime Category | Number of Incidents |
| Dacoity (Robbery) | 414 |
| General Theft | 376 |
| Motorcycle Theft | 373 |
| Motorcycle Snatching | 256 |
| Car Theft & Snatching | 140+ |
Sexual Crimes and Kidnappings
The social fabric of the city remained under pressure as dozens of cases involving sexual violence and abductions were reported. Police records show 53 cases of rape and 46 cases of sodomy. Furthermore, 11 cases of kidnapping for ransom were registered, alongside dozens of other reports involving the abduction of children.
Traffic Accidents and Legal Proceedings
The city’s roads also proved deadly in 2025. Traffic-related incidents resulted in 80 deaths and 263 injuries.
From a legal standpoint, the police were highly active in registration, though prevention remained a challenge. A total of 3,741 miscellaneous crime cases were filed. This includes:
- 2,594 cases registered under various sections of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC).
- 598 cases under local and special laws.
Public Outcry for Safety
The year 2025 concludes with a “bittersweet” memory for many, but for the majority of Peshawar’s residents, the bitterness prevails due to the high crime rate. Citizens have expressed deep concern over the rising insecurity and are calling on the provincial government and police high command to initiate indiscriminate operations against criminal gangs and improve street patrolling.
As the city enters 2026, the primary challenge for the Peshawar Police remains the restoration of public trust through the reduction of street-level crimes and the curbing of organized violence.
