The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has suspended a Customs inspector posted at Islamabad International Airport following allegations of extortion, harassment and misconduct, The News reported.Â
The action follows a complaint lodged with the Office of the Chief Collector (Airports), accusing the inspector of gross abuse of authority.
According to the FBR, a detailed inquiry was conducted, after which the Chief Collector recommended immediate suspension and the initiation of disciplinary proceedings under the Government Servants (Efficiency & Discipline) Rules, 2020.
The FBR said the officer has been suspended with immediate effect while formal disciplinary action moves forward.
