Dijkot, Pakistan – A tragic incident unfolded in Tandlianwala, Pakistan, when a man was killed during a robbery at his home, and his brother was critically injured. The robbers entered the house by scaling a wall in the 419GB area and shot 40-year-old Muhammad Iqbal twice in the head when he resisted. The deceased, leaving behind five children, and his 35-year-old brother Ghulam Rasool, who also suffered a bullet injury, became victims of this senseless violence.
Upon hearing the gunfire, the villagers gathered, but the killers managed to escape under the cover of darkness. However, the delayed arrival of the police at the crime scene prompted local residents to protest, highlighting the urgency and need for better law enforcement in the area.
The police have taken action by registering a case against six men under Section 397 of the Pakistan Penal Code and launching a manhunt for them. Additionally, 16 suspected members of five gangs of robbers were arrested, and a substantial amount of money, weapons, and stolen items were seized from them. This marks a significant effort by the police to address the issue of rising crime in the area.
In the aftermath of the incident, three accomplices of the suspects managed to escape, adding further urgency to the police’s pursuit. However, the police were able to apprehend several individuals in connection with the robbery, recovering money, weapons, and stolen goods from their possession. The raids conducted by the police demonstrate their commitment to pursuing and bringing those responsible to justice.
The heartbreaking loss of life and the injuries sustained by the victims as a result of this robbery serve as a stark reminder of the need for improved security measures and prompt police response in the region. The community is left mourning the loss of a father and the suffering of a brother, while the authorities remain determined to apprehend all those involved in this heinous crime.