UK halts deportation of Pakistani youth for being star student

ISLAMABAD/LONDON: Deportation of a Pakistani youth from the United Kingdom(UK) has been halted due to his status as a star student at school.

According to international media reports, 22-year-old Pakistani-origin Muhammad Azhan has a record that includes shoplifting, bringing a knife to class, and being expelled from school.

He was also convicted for involvement in Class A and Class B drug distribution, receiving a 30-month prison sentence.

Having served his 30-month sentence for his role in the drug network, Muhammad Azhan’s appeal was approved by a British tribunal.

Subsequently, authorities decided to halt his deportation, citing his achievements and recognition as a top-performing student at school.

On the other hand, Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied claims that the person arrested in Delaware, USA, is a Pakistani national.

According to an official statement, the individual, Luqman Khan, is an Afghan citizen, not Pakistani.

Earlier reports had stated that 25-year-old Luqman Khan was taken into custody on the night of November 24.

During the investigation, authorities reportedly recovered a pistol, magazines, and documents allegedly outlining an attack plan from the truck. The documents included a sketch of the University of Delaware Police Department, entry and exit points, and the name of a police officer.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) conducted a search of Luqman Khan’s residence on November 25, seizing additional modern weapons.