Umar Farooq Zahoor | |
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Born | 1975 (age 48–49) |
Nationality | Pakistani |
Occupation(s) | Businessman Crime boss |
Years active | 2000–present |
Known for | Financial crimes in Norway |
Criminal charges | Gross fraud in Norway |
Criminal penalty | Five years and nine months in prison |
Criminal status | Absconder |
Spouse |
Sofia Mirza
(m. 2006; div. 2009) |
Partner | Veena Malik |
Website | sheikhumarfarooq |
Umar Farooq Zahoor (Urdu: عمر فاروق ظہور; born 1975) is a Norwegian-born Pakistani businessman, crime boss, and convicted felon.[1] Since 2010, he is a fugitive sought in Norway for financial crimes. Previously, he was wanted by Interpol for similar crimes.[2] His family has been described as one of the largest mafia families of Norway.[1]
Zahoor was previously affiliated with Ameri Group, where he served as the chief executive officer (CEO) until August 2015.[3]