****mer Immigration Advocate (Ahmed & Associates)

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to report Mr Tashriq Ahmed, who failed to provide immigration services to my cousin. My cousin was arrested in Cape Town refugee home affairs when he went to apply for asylum. Someone advised us that Mr Tashriq, being an advocate, would be able to assist us with the matter. We contacted Mr Tashriq, and he showed his interest in helping us and assured us that he would deal with the case and get my cousin sorted out from court.

However, on the day of the court appearance, he failed to show up to defend his client and claimed that he was in Johannesburg. He had charged an upfront fee of R17000, which I have proof of payment for. As a result, I phoned him and asked for my money back because my cousin received an order from the court to be deported since Mr Tashriq never attended and defended the matter.

Mr Tashriq then started swearing at me and threatening me, stating that I am a foreign national and that the law will stand up with him. He has reportedly cheated many Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Indian, Egyptian, and poor African nationals who are trying to live an honest life in South Africa.

I am requesting that the Hawks takes serious action against Mr Tashriq Ahmed so that we can save innocent people from falling into his trap.

Regards, Asif