OKARA – In a shocking turn of events, a police constable opened fire on the Station House Officer (SHO) of Satghara Police Station Okara, leaving him seriously wounded during a joint patrol.
Incident Details
The incident occurred while Sub-Inspector Tariq, the SHO of Satghara Police Station, and Constable Abdullah were on routine mobile patrol. According to reports, a heated argument broke out between the two officers, which escalated into violence.
Constable Abdullah allegedly pulled out his weapon and fired at the SHO. Sub-Inspector Tariq was struck in the stomach by the gunfire.
Emergency Response and Condition
Immediately after the shooting, the injured SHO was rushed to the hospital.
Medical Status: Doctors provided initial emergency treatment, and while his injuries are serious, he is reportedly being monitored closely.
DPO Visit: District Police Officer (DPO) Okara, Muhammad Rashid Hidayat, visited the hospital to check on the officer’s well-being and ensured that he received the best possible medical care.
Manhunt and Arrest
Following the assault, Constable Abdullah managed to flee the scene. However, the DPO immediately ordered the formation of special teams to track him down.
According to the latest updates, the police conducted several raids and have successfully arrested Constable Abdullah. A formal case has been registered against him for attempted murder and interference in state duties, and departmental proceedings are also underway.
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