Lahore Court Reporter: A local court in Lahore has issued arrest warrants for the owners and five employees of Baskin-Robbins Pakistan, following a complaint filed by Pakistani businessman Abdul Qayyum Hafeez. Hafeez accuses the individuals of fraud, forgery, and harassment related to a joint venture with AHG Flavors, the company importing Baskin-Robbins ice cream.
Hafeez claims he invested a substantial amount in AHG Flavors between 2017 and 2018, based on a verbal agreement granting him a 22.5% partnership in the company. He alleges that despite actively contributing to the company’s management, including serving as Director of Finance, the other partners refused to formalize his partnership or register his shares with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
The situation escalated in 2020 when Hafeez was allegedly removed from his position without cause. He claims the partners then conspired to deny him his rightful share in the company, valued at approximately 400 million rupees. Hafeez further alleges he was subjected to harassment and intimidation tactics, including the theft of his car and the filing of false police reports against him.
The complaint has been filed under various sections of the Pakistan Penal Code relating to fraud, forgery, and cheating. Hafeez is seeking legal action against the accused and demands they be punished according to the law.
In addition, Hafeez revealed that the company is currently under investigation by the FIA Lahore and Pakistan Customs for money laundering and other charges exceeding 10 million dollars.
