Salman Yousafzai
PESHAWAR: A young man named Talha was shot dead, allegedly by a City Patrol police officer, in Hayatabad Industrial Area, Peshawar which led to protests by locals and the family of the victim.
According to police, City Patrol police officers tried to signal a car to stop, but the driver disobeyed the signal and refused to stop, so one of the police officers fired shots at the car, leading to the death of Talha.
This situation led to tension in the area. At Town Chowk, a protest was held by the family of the victim and locals, during which they put the body of Talha in front of the Town Police Station. They demanded that a case be registered against the police officer and that a proper investigation be carried out.
Police officials said all aspects of the incident are under review and assured that they are ready to register a case against the involved officer. Following this assurance, the protesters ended their demonstration peacefully.
Authorities confirmed that further legal action is ongoing, and investigations will determine responsibility in accordance with the law.
Peshawar police warn against reckless driving and fireworks on New Year’s Eve
Earlier, SSP Operation Peshawar, Farhan Khan warned the public celebrating the New Year, as he said that the aerial firing, fireworks and over speeding would not be permitted.
SSP Khan in his video message on X, warned that shooting in the air and reckless driving would result in terrifying accidents and death. He also said that such behaviours would not be tolerated and violators would be given strict penalties. Those who will be caught doing such things may find themselves in jail for the New Year.
To stop any such incidents from taking place, police will be highly alert during the celebrations. Farhan Khan on his part also advised people to ring in the New Year safely and responsibly. He proposed offering blood, cleaning, and assisting hospital patients as good deeds for New Years’ time.
